Description
Gorditas Recipe With Maseca is a delightful and versatile dish that will elevate any meal. These soft, puffy corn cakes, made from Maseca masa harina, can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Their unique texture and flavor make them a crowd favorite, whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner at home. From savory fillings like picadillo and cheese to sweet options like cinnamon sugar, the possibilities are endless. Discover how easy it is to make these authentic Mexican gorditas right in your kitchen and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Maseca masa harina
- 2 ¼ cups water (adjust as needed)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Maseca masa harina and salt.
- Gradually add water while mixing until the dough forms.
- Knead until smooth and non-sticky.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, covering with a damp towel.
- Preheat a comal or skillet over medium heat.
- Roll each portion into a ball, flatten between plastic sheets using a tortilla press or heavy dish.
- Cook each gordita on the hot surface for about 1-2 minutes per side until brown spots appear.
- Cut slits in cooked gorditas to create pockets and keep warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gordita (about 70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg