Gluten-Free Corn Gorditas
Elevate your mealtime with these irresistible Gluten-Free Corn Gorditas, a classic Mexican dish made with just four simple ingredients: masa harina, warm water, salt, and a touch of oil. These homemade gorditas are naturally gluten-free, featuring a crispy golden exterior with a soft and tender inside that's perfect for stuffing with your favorite savory fillings like beans, cheese, salsa, and avocado. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for easy weeknight dinners or an authentic addition to your taco night spread. Whether you’re following a gluten-free diet or just craving authentic Mexican flavors, these gorditas are sure to delight your taste buds. Serve them warm and let the fiesta begin!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Masa harina
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 cups Oil (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt.
Gradually add the warm water while mixing with your hands until the dough comes together. The dough should be moist but not sticky.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll them into balls.
Flatten each dough ball into a thick disk about 1/2 inch thick using your hands or a tortilla press lined with plastic wrap.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is ready, fry each gordita for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
Remove the gorditas from the skillet and let them cool slightly on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
Once cooled, carefully slice through the middle of the gorditas to create a pocket, being careful not to slice all the way through.
Fill the gorditas with your choice of fillings, such as beans, cheese, avocado, lettuce, salsa, or meat.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.6 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1859 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*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.
