Grandma’s Classic Masa Gorditas
Grandma’s Classic Masa Gorditas deliver a warm corn aroma with a delicate crisp on the outside and a tender, steamy center. Their simple masa dough lets the toasty, slightly sweet corn flavor shine, making them perfect for stuffing with beans, meats, or veggies. Serve them for a cozy family dinner or a casual weekend lunch when you want customizable, comforting bites.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Mix the corn masa flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add water until a firm dough forms. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll them between your hands into small balls. Flatten each ball into 1/4-inch circles.
- 2
Heat a griddle or comal over medium heat. Place the dough circles on the hot surface and cook until they are light brown, slightly puffed, and cooked on the outsides, about 3 minutes per side.
- 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the gorditas in batches, if needed, until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Calories 224.18 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.68 g Low Source
- Carbs 34.9 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.14 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.97 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 2.83 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.7 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.71 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.24 g Low Source
- Calcium 0.15 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.34 mg Low Source
- Potassium 150.11 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.2 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.02 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽