Gorditas de Chicharrón Prensado

Gorditas de Chicharrón Prensado are deliciously thick corn tortillas filled with a savory mixture of pressed pork cracklings, offering a satisfying yet healthy twist on a traditional Mexican favorite. Perfect for lunch, these gorditas are both hearty and flavorful, making them a delightful meal for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Masa harina - 1 cup
• Water - 1/2 cup
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicharrón prensado - 150 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Queso fresco - 50 grams, crumbled
• Salsa verde - 100 grams

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, water, and salt to form a smooth dough.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
3. Flatten each ball into a thick tortilla using your hands or a tortilla press.
4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook each tortilla for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
5. In a separate pan, warm the chicharrón prensado over medium heat until heated through.
6. Once the tortillas are cooked, fill each with the warmed chicharrón, chopped cilantro, and crumbled queso fresco.
7. Serve with salsa verde on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicharrón and queso fresco, supporting muscle health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals from fresh cilantro and salsa verde.

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