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Authentic Gorditas

Gorditas invite you to explore a world of filled masa pockets where the alchemical dance of heat and spicing crafts a deeply satisfying experience.

MexicanPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    Combine masa harina, water, and salt to make dough.

  2. 2

    Divide dough into balls; shape each into a thick, small disc.

  3. 3

    Cook on a griddle with a bit of oil until each side is golden.

  4. 4

    Slice them open and fill with carnitas, cheese, lettuce, and sour cream.

📋Details

CuisineMexican
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
19%
💧Water
51%
🌍Earth
20%
💨Air
10%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat1%
Entropy1%
Reactivity98%
0.052
Heat
0.090
Entropy
8.059
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

553.29cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
28%
of 2000 cal
protein11.91g9%
carbs92.01g67%
fat17.45g28%
% Daily Value
Protein
11.91g24%
Carbs
92.01g33%
Fat
17.45g22%
Fiber
9.32g33%
Sugar
10.3g21%
Sodium
15mg1%