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Delicious Gorditas Stuffed with Chicharrón Prensado

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These gorditas feature a tender yet crispy masa shell stuffed with savory, smoky chicharrón prensado, offering a quick and authentic Mexican street food experience perfect for casual gatherings or a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • Vegetable oil or lard for frying
  • 1 cup chicharrón prensado (pressed pork crackling)
  • 1/4 cup salsa roja or green salsa (optional)
  • Queso fresco or crumbled cotija cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups masa harina with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Slowly add 1 1/4 cups warm water, mixing with your hands until a smooth, pliable dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Place 1 cup chicharrón prensado in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup salsa roja or green salsa and stir gently to combine and warm through, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Wet your hands to prevent sticking. Pinch off golf ball-sized portions of dough (about 2.5 ounces each). Roll into balls and flatten into 4-inch discs about 1/2 inch thick. Smooth edges with wet fingers if cracked.
  4. Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat (around 350°F). Fry gorditas one or two at a time, cooking each side 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  5. While warm, cut a horizontal pocket into each gordita without cutting all the way through. Fill generously with warm chicharrón mixture. Sprinkle with queso fresco and fresh cilantro if desired.
  6. Serve immediately with lime wedges. Enjoy warm for best texture and flavor.

Notes

If dough is too crumbly, add water a tablespoon at a time. If too sticky, dust hands with masa harina. Maintain frying oil temperature around 350°F for best results. Avoid overfilling gorditas to prevent splitting. Keep cooked gorditas covered with a kitchen towel to stay warm and soft.

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Keywords: gorditas, chicharrón prensado, Mexican street food, masa harina, easy Mexican recipe, fried corn cakes, authentic Mexican, quick dinner

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