Description
Delightful pockets of flavor filled with succulent meats and fresh toppings, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more for frying)
- 2 cups shredded chicken or beef (or your choice of filling)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Combine the masa harina, warm water, salt, and vegetable oil in a large bowl. Knead until a soft, pliable dough forms (3-5 minutes).
- Divide the dough into 12 pieces, rolling each into a ball and then flattening it into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the gorditas in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain cooked gorditas on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Cut each gordita in half to create a pocket, then fill with your choice of chicken or beef, diced onions, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the dough in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Cooking alternatives: Cook gorditas in an air fryer at 375°F for 8-10 minutes or bake them at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gordita
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg