Gorditas de Maiz

Gorditas de Maiz are delightful, low-carb Mexican corn cakes that are perfect for a hearty breakfast. They are soft, savory, and can be filled with your favorite low-carb toppings for a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Coconut flour - 30 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cheese (shredded, optional) - 50 grams
• Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and water together, then add the olive oil.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
4. If using, fold in the shredded cheese and chopped cilantro into the dough.
5. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a thick disc (about 1 cm thick).
6. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with olive oil.
7. Cook each gordita for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
8. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making them suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in healthy fats from almond and coconut flour, promoting satiety.

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