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Memelas are fried or toasted cakes made of masa topped with different fresh ingredients eaten as antojitos or snacks in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico which has its origins in Prehispanic food. They are similar to fresh corn tortillas, but are somewhat fatter.
Recipe for Memelas Poblanas. Ingredients: 1) Pour the masa to a large bowl, add 1 teaspoon salt. Gradually add water to the masa and mix until smooth, form balls of 1/4 lb., shape a hole in the center and put some beans in; Knead again.