Bean and Cheese Gorditas
Directions
- 1Mix masa harina, water, and salt. Roll into 8 balls.
- 2Flatten each ball between parchment papers using a tortilla press. Transfer to hand.
- 3Cook masa on a hot griddle for 15-20 seconds per side, then another 30 seconds per side.
- 4Cut a slit in each cooked masa to create a pocket.
- 5Make refried beans by sautéing diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil.
- 6Add pinto beans and mash until desired consistency is reached.
- 7Fill each gordita with refried beans and Sargento Shredded Mozzarella Natural Cheese.
- 8Spray a skillet with cooking spray and cook gorditas for 1 minute per side until cheese is melted and the outside is crispy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup masa harina
- 0.75 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 unit diced white onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 15-oz can can pinto beans
- 1.5 cups Sargento Shredded Mozzarella Natural Cheese
- 1 unit olive oil cooking spray
Equipment
bowltortilla pressgriddlelarge skilletparing knifepotato masher or immersion blender