Soft homemade gorditas stuffed with savory seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, melty cheese, and fresh toppings—hearty, comforting, and packed with authentic flavor!
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Yield: 6 gorditas
Ingredients:
For the gorditas:
* 2 cups masa harina
* 1½ cups warm water
* ½ tsp salt
* 1 tbsp oil
For the filling:
* 1 lb ground beef
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp cumin
* 1 tsp chili powder
* Salt and black pepper to taste
* ½ cup diced tomatoes
* 1 cup shredded lettuce
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings:
* Sour cream
* Salsa
* Avocado
* Hot sauce
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix masa harina, warm water, and salt until a soft dough forms.
2. Divide dough into 6 balls and flatten into thick discs.
3. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and cook gorditas 3–4 minutes per side until lightly golden.
4. Slice each gordita halfway open to create a pocket.
5. In another skillet, cook ground beef with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until browned.
6. Stuff each gordita with seasoned beef, tomatoes, lettuce, and shredded cheese.
7. Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, or your favorite toppings.
Pro Tip:
Lightly fry the cooked gorditas in a little oil before stuffing for extra crispy edges and authentic street-style flavor!
