Gorditas de Teresa
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Five | ✍️ Attribution: Teresa | 📂 Category: Bread Traditional homemade gorditas flavored with crispy bacon and cheese. These delightful masa cakes offer a comforting texture and savory filling.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 15 mins | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Griddle
- Skillet
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 C | Masa Harina | None |
| 1 tsp. | B.P. | Baking powder |
| 2 tsp. | Salt | None |
| 1 C | Water | Warm |
| 2 pieces | Bacon | Crumbled |
| 2 tables. | Cheese | Shredded |
Instructions
Step 1: Dough Preparation
- Combine the 2 C masa harina, 1 tsp. B.P., and 2 tsp. salt in a mixing bowl.
- Gradually mix in the 1 C water until a soft dough forms.
- Knead in the 2 pieces bacon and 2 tables. cheese until evenly incorporated.
Step 2: Cooking
- Shape the dough into small balls and flatten them into thick patties.
- Cook on a hot griddle or skillet until golden brown spots appear and they are cooked through until golden and slightly puffed.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Uncooked dough can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before shaping and cooking.
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