Gorditas de chicharron 😋

chicharron

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken

Tofu offers a lower-fat option, while cooked chicken is more economical.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt maintains creaminess with fewer calories.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

Mix masa for tortillas with baking powder in a bowl.

Gradually add water until a dough forms (inferred).

Knead the dough until smooth (inferred).

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll into balls (inferred).

Flatten each ball into a thick disc (inferred).

Heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (inferred).

Fry each disc until golden brown (inferred).

Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels (inferred).

Chop chicharron prensado into small pieces (inferred).

Mix chicharron with cheese (queso fresco) and a pinch of salt in a bowl (inferred).

Stuff each gordita with the chicharron mixture (inferred).

Top with sour cream, salsa, and shredded lettuce (inferred).

Serve warm with additional salsa on the side (inferred).

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