Gorditas
Serves: 3
Callie Medhurst
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
58
Spice
48
Sweetness
56
Sourness
40
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.1
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
In a large bowl, stir together the masa harina, salt and hot water
2
Gradually mix in the shortening and flour
3
If the dough seems dry, add a little more hot water
4
Form the dough into balls that will fit into the palm of your hand
5
Line a work surface with waxed paper or plastic
6
Sprinkle with water
7
Flatten balls on the wet surface until about 1/4 inch thick
8
Heat a griddle or comal over medium heat
9
Cook the gorditas on each side until they are cooked through
10
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium to medium-high heat until hot
11
Fry each gordita until puffed, pressing it down into the oil occasionally with a spatula
12
Drain briefly on paper towels, cut the tips off and stuff full of your favorite foods