Vegan Homemade Gorditas
Delight your taste buds with these Vegan Homemade Gorditas, a plant-based spin on a classic Mexican favorite! Made from masa harina, these thick and golden pockets are cooked to perfection and stuffed with hearty fillings like creamy refried beans, fresh avocado, crisp lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and melty optional vegan cheese. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or satisfying lunches. Serve your gorditas warm with a side of zesty salsa or hot sauce for a flavorful, wholesome, and customizable vegan meal that’s sure to please. Perfect for fans of Mexican cuisine, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious, plant-based twist on a beloved street food classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Masa Harina
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups Refried beans
- 1 Sliced avocado
- 1 cup Chopped lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Vegan cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt.
Gradually add warm water to the masa harina, using your hands to mix until a dough forms. It should be moist and hold together but not sticky.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
Flatten each ball into a disc using your hands or a tortilla press, aiming for about 1/2-inch thickness.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Place a few dough discs in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly puffed. Add more oil as needed.
Remove gorditas from the skillet and let them cool slightly.
Once cool enough to handle, use a knife to carefully slice open one side of each gordita, creating a pocket.
Fill each gordita with a generous spoonful of refried beans, then add slices of avocado, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and vegan cheese if using.
Serve warm and enjoy your homemade vegan gorditas with your favorite salsa or hot sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3535 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 744 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2112 mg | 45% | |
*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.
