Description
Discover the delightful world of Gorditas with this easy Gorditas Recipe With Maseca. These soft and puffy corn cakes are a fantastic addition to any meal, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made from Maseca masa harina, they offer a gluten-free option that can be filled with your choice of savory ingredients. The best part? They’re fun to make and perfect for involving the whole family in a delicious cooking experience. Enjoy them stuffed with hearty picadillo, creamy cheese, or flavorful refried beans. Elevate your meals with these versatile corn pockets!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Maseca masa harina
- 2 ¼ cups water (plus more if needed)
- Salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Maseca masa harina and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add water while mixing until well combined; knead until you have a smooth dough.
- Divide dough into 12 portions and keep covered with a damp towel.
- Heat a comal or skillet over medium heat.
- Roll each portion into a ball, flatten between plastic sheets using a heavy dish or tortilla press to about 0.5 inches thick.
- Cook on the skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and puffy.
- Cut slits in each gordita to create filling pockets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg