Gorditas de Maíz de Chicharrón en Salsa Roja - "El Saborcito Rojo"

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious, while all-purpose flour is often cheaper.

chicharrón prensado

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: pork rinds

Lean ground turkey is lower in fat, while pork rinds can be a budget-friendly option.

Prepare the masa by mixing the harina de maíz, salt, oil, and warm water until a dough forms.

In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the red tomatoes, green tomato, onion, garlic, ancho chiles, and árbol chiles until softened.

Add the water from the chiles and salt to the mixture and blend until smooth.

In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and add the chicharrón, chopped onion, and garlic, cooking until fragrant.

Add the hot water and let it simmer to combine flavors.

Serve the chicharrón mixture in the prepared masa, garnished with chopped tomato, cabbage, and onion.

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