Description
These authentic Mexican gorditas are thick corn pockets with a crispy exterior and soft inside, stuffed with savory fillings like beans, cheese, or meats. Perfect as a snack or meal, they bring comforting flavors and a festive vibe to your table. Made with simple ingredients like masa harina, warm water, and your favorite fillings, these gorditas are customizable and delicious. Whether fried or baked, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cooking oil (vegetable or canola) for frying
- Filling of choice (refried beans, shredded meat, cheese, etc.)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix masa harina and salt. Slowly add warm water, kneading to form soft dough.
- Divide dough into golf ball-sized pieces, flatten into 1/2-inch thick discs.
- Cook discs on a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until light brown spots appear.
- Slice each disc halfway through to form a pocket.
- Fill pockets with desired filling, being careful not to overstuff.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Fry stuffed gorditas until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with toppings.
Notes
- Adjust dough consistency with water or masa harina as needed.
- Use fresh, quality masa harina for best flavor.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent tearing during frying.
- For a lighter version, bake instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack / Main Dish
- Method: Skillet cooking / frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg