Description
Ground Beef Gorditas are thick corn pockets stuffed with seasoned ground beef and classic toppings, creating a hearty and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for dough)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix masa harina, salt, vegetable oil, and warm water until a soft dough forms.
- Divide dough into golf-ball-sized portions and flatten into thick discs.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook gorditas for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Remove and set aside to cool slightly, then carefully slice open to form a pocket.
- In another skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, then add garlic and ground beef.
- Cook beef until browned, breaking it apart.
- Season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Heat oil in a pan and lightly fry gorditas until golden and crisp.
- Fill each gordita with ground beef, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- You can bake or air-fry gorditas instead of deep frying.
- Swap ground beef for ground chicken or turkey if desired.
- Add salsa or guacamole for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mexican