Carne Asada Gorditas Mexico (Print Format)
Juicy carne asada fills fluffy gorditas, finished with vibrant toppings and creamy guacamole for a true street-food experience.
# Ingredients:
→ Carne Asada
01 -
1½ lbs skirt steak or flank steak
02 -
2 tbsp olive oil
03 -
Juice of 1 lime
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Gorditas
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2 cups masa harina
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1½ cups warm water
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½ tsp salt
→ Fillings & Toppings
12 -
Shredded lettuce
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Diced white onion
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Shredded Mexican cheese blend or queso Oaxaca
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Guacamole or sliced avocado
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Salsa roja or salsa verde
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Sour cream (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the steak for 20–30 minutes.
02 -
Grill or sear steak over high heat for 3–4 minutes per side until charred and medium-rare to medium. Rest the steak, then chop finely.
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Mix masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Divide the dough into 6 equal balls and flatten each into thick discs.
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Cook the gorditas on a hot skillet or griddle for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and puffed.
06 -
Carefully slice open each gordita to form a pocket.
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Fill the gorditas with chopped carne asada, lettuce, cheese, onion, and guacamole. Finish with salsa and sour cream if desired. Serve hot.
# Tips:
01 -
For extra flavor, crisp the chopped carne asada briefly on the skillet with a little beef drippings before stuffing the gorditas.