Description
Gorditas are a beloved Mexican comfort food classic featuring soft, pillowy corn pockets filled with your choice of delicious toppings. This quick and easy recipe delivers mouthwatering homemade gorditas in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients
– 2 cups masa harina
– 1 1/2 cups warm water
– 1 teaspoon salt
– Vegetable oil for frying
– Shredded chicken, lettuce, tomato, crumbled cheese, etc. for serving
Instructions
1. 1. In a large bowl, mix together the masa harina, warm water, and salt until a soft dough forms.
2. 2. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
3. 3. Use your hands to flatten each ball into a round pocket, about 1/4 inch thick.
4. 4. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
5. 5. Fry the gorditas in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
6. 6. Drain the fried gorditas on a paper towel-lined plate.
7. 7. Serve the warm gorditas with your desired toppings, such as shredded chicken, lettuce, tomato, and crumbled cheese.
Notes
For a healthier option, you can bake the gorditas instead of frying them. Preheat the oven to 400°F and bake the flattened dough pockets for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican