Gorditas de Maíz

Gorditas de Maíz are thick, soft corn cakes that are perfect for a hearty vegetarian breakfast. Stuffed with creamy refried beans and topped with fresh veggies, they offer a delightful taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients

• Corn masa harina - 200 grams
• Water - 150 milliliters
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Refried black beans - 100 grams
• Queso fresco - 50 grams, crumbled
• Avocado - 1 small, sliced
• Tomato - 1 small, diced
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the corn masa harina, water, and salt until a smooth dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a thick disc about 1.5 cm (0.5 inch) thick.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Cook the gorditas for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. While the gorditas are cooking, prepare the toppings by mixing the diced tomato, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl.
5. Once the gorditas are cooked, slice them open and spread the refried black beans inside.
6. Top with crumbled queso fresco, avocado slices, and the tomato-onion-cilantro mixture.
7. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from corn and beans, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and avocado.

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