Gordita Bread
Fluffy, warm, and irresistibly versatile, Gordita Bread is the ultimate homemade treat for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine. This simple yet flavorful recipe uses just four ingredients—masa harina, warm water, salt, and vegetable oil—to create soft, golden disks that are lightly crisped on the outside and delightfully tender on the inside. Perfect as a standalone snack or as a vessel for your favorite fillings like beans, cheese, or shredded meats, gorditas are both satisfying and adaptable. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or celebratory feasts. Impress your family with the authentic taste of fresh gorditas—straight from your skillet to the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt.
Gradually add the warm water while stirring, until the dough begins to come together.
Knead the dough with your hands for about 3-5 minutes, until it is smooth and pliable. If the dough feels dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until the texture is right.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each ball into a disk about 1/2 inch thick using your hands or a tortilla press lined with plastic wrap.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with a small amount of vegetable oil.
Cook each gordita in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned and slightly puffed. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Once all the gorditas are cooked, slice each one open about halfway to create a pocket for filling if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite fillings or toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1192 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.6 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 756 mg | 16% | |
*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.
