Gorditas are a Mexican cornmeal-based flatbread that can be filled with various ingredients. They are made with masa harina and water, then browned on a griddle and deep-fried. The filling can include meat, chili, beans, and salad. They are a staple of Mexican cuisine and are commonly served as street food or fast food. Mexican cuisine is known for its spicy sauces, including salsa and guacamole.
A gordita is a cornmeal-based flat bread, originally from Mexico. They are relatively thick, usually about the size of a hand, and can be split open and filled with various fillings, from cheese and beans to meat or stews, or some combination thereof, usually with a pinch of chili. Gordita means “little fat” in Spanish and is often used as a term of endearment.
As with any regional cuisine, the size, preparation method, and cooking techniques of gordita differ from region to region in Mexico. The flour usually used is masa harina, which is made from corn and has a distinctive flavor due to the method used for its preparation. The corn is dried, then cooked in slaked lime water, then dried again and ground into a very fine powder that mixes easily with water.
There are various recipes for making gordita, but they all include masa harina and water. Some people add baking powder, others powder it with garlic or cheese. The gordita is first browned on a hot griddle and then deep-fried, giving it a soft center and crispy exterior. They are relatively thick, almost like a greasy corn tortilla, which allows them to be split like a pita and filled.
The filling material used differs from region to region in Mexico. Flakes of meat, chili con carne, or vegetarian refried bean options can be placed in the gordita. As is the tradition in Mexico, chili is one of the main components of the filling. Salad or greens and salsa or guacamole are often added.
Gorditas are commonly served as street food or fast food in Mexico and their popularity has spread around the world. While Mexican fast food chains around the world serve Tex-Mex cuisine, a combination of Texan and Mexican dishes, traditional Mexican cuisine is quite diverse and is different in different regions of Mexico. Tortillas, made from corn or flour, and gorditas are a staple throughout Mexico.
Mexican food is known for its spicy goodness. Two main sauces are used: salsa and guacamole, although the list of spicy additions is endless. The salsa is a mix of tomato, onion and chili while the guacamole is an avocado puree with onion, chili and cilantro or celery. Often, especially with the more Mexican take on Mexican food, it’s served with sour cream.
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