Homemade Gorditas

Experience the authentic flavors of Mexico with these easy and irresistibly delicious Homemade Gorditas! Made from soft, pliable masa harina dough and cooked to golden perfection, these thick, cornmeal pockets are beautifully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Each gordita is carefully slit to create a pocket, then generously filled with refried beans, crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese, and your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, salsa, avocado, and perfectly seasoned shredded chicken or beef. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers, offering a customizable and satisfying meal that celebrates bold, traditional flavors. Try this easy gorditas recipe for a comforting dish that will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Mexico!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Masa harina
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Refried beans
• 0.5 cups Queso fresco or cotija cheese
• 0.5 cups Salsa
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 piece Avocado, sliced
• 1 cup Cooked chicken or beef, shredded

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the masa harina and salt together.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water to the masa harina, mixing with your hands or a spoon until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough in the bowl for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and pliable. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more water, a tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 5

Flatten each ball into a thick disk, about 4 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, place the gorditas in the skillet, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly puffed.

Step 8

Remove the gorditas from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Step 9

Once cool enough to handle, use a sharp knife to cut a slit halfway through the edge of each gordita to create a pocket.

Step 10

Fill each gordita with a spoonful of refried beans, a sprinkle of cheese, and your choice of toppings like cooked chicken or beef, salsa, lettuce, and avocado.

Step 11

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your delicious, homemade gorditas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1572.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1757.1

Total Fat 90.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.4g
Cholesterol 316.1mg	0%
Sodium 4007.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 130.0g	0%

Vitamin D 19.4IU	0%
Calcium 882.3mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2917.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.6%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 25.1%