Gorditas Tapadas (Stuffed Masa Cakes)

Steps

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1. 1
   Roast the serrano chiles, tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a comal or skillet until charred.
   ▶ ≈1:02
2. 2
   Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and cook the chorizo with chopped onion until browned.
   ▶ ≈1:02
3. 3
   Grind the roasted peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and cilantro together with salt and a little water to make a smooth salsa.
   ▶ ≈1:40
4. 4
   Prepare the masa dough while the chorizo cools.
   ▶ ≈2:47
5. 5
   Take a portion of masa, flatten it into a round cake, fill with melting cheese and cooked chorizo, then seal the top with more dough.
   ▶ ≈3:32
6. 6
   Fry the gorditas in a pan with minimal oil over medium-low heat, turning frequently until both sides are golden and cooked through.
   ▶ ≈4:21
7. 7
   Place the cooked gorditas on a plate and top with fried beans, fresh lettuce, crema, fresh cheese, and the homemade salsa.
   ▶ ≈5:22