These homemade Mexican-inspired gorditas are a breeze to make using a 3-ingredient masa dough. Open them up and stuff them with all of your favorite fillings and toppings!
Mix together the masa harina, water and salt until you create dough.
Divide the dough into 8 balls (50g/2 ounces each).
Heat a skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Flatten the balls of dough between two sheets of plastic wrap with something heavy until it is around 0.5cm thick.
Place the gordita dough on the skillet and let it cook on each side for 15 seconds. Once each side gets a slight color, cook each side for a couple of minutes until it gets dark spots. Place it on the plate and cover it with a towel.
Once you cook them all, using the knife, cut them in half, making a pocket on the bottom side. Add your favorite fillings.
Notes
TO STORE. Transfer the leftover gorditas to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. TO FREEZE. Place the cooled gorditas in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until they’re solid. Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag with layers of parchment paper in between each one and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating. TO REHEAT. Reheat the gorditas in a lightly oiled skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until warmed through and re-crisped.