Juicy Carne Asada Gorditas (Printer-Friendly)
Tender carne asada inside fluffy gorditas crowned with fresh guacamole and salsa for a vibrant Mexican dish.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Carne Asada
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1½ lb skirt steak or flank steak
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2 tbsp olive oil
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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 and Toppings
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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)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Marinate the steak in the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes.
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Grill or sear the marinated steak over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until charred and cooked to medium-rare or medium. Let the steak rest, then chop finely.
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Mix masa harina and salt in a bowl. Gradually add warm water, stirring until a soft dough forms.
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Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a thick disc.
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Cook the discs on a hot skillet or griddle for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed.
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Carefully slice open each cooked gordita to create a pocket. Fill with chopped carne asada, shredded lettuce, cheese, diced onion, guacamole, and finish with salsa and optional sour cream. Serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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For enhanced flavor, briefly crisp the chopped carne asada in a skillet with a small amount of beef drippings before stuffing the gorditas.