Gorditas are traditional Mexican corn cakes that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They can be split and filled with various savory fillings like beans, cheese, or meat.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 250 g masa harina
- 60 ml oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 360 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine masa harina and salt.
Step 2
Gradually add warm water, mixing until a dough forms.
Step 3
Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into balls.
Step 4
Flatten each ball into a thick disk, about 1 cm thick.
Step 5
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Fry the gorditas for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Step 8
Let cool slightly, then slice open and fill with your choice of fillings.