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Steak Gorditas

Deliciously stuffed corn cakes filled with seasoned steak and fresh toppings, perfect for a hearty meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Gorditas
  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1 cup water adjust as needed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Steak Filling
  • 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving
  • 1 cup salsa for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Steak
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Rub the spice mixture onto the flank steak.
  2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
  3. Remove steak from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Make the Gorditas
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, salt, and water. Mix until a dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a small disc about 1/2 inch thick.
  3. Heat a grill or frying pan over medium heat. Cook each gordita for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Assemble the Gorditas
  1. Slice open each gordita and fill with sliced steak.
  2. Top with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and salsa as desired.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These gorditas can be customized with various toppings such as avocado, cheese, or pickled onions.

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