Directions
Step 1 | Boil the chicken until fully cooked, allow it to cool and shred. Set aside. |
Step 2 | In a mixing bowl, combine the masa flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, water, lard and salt. Incorporate the chicken and mix well. |
Step 3 | Form 2-3-inch diameter balls and press them to form 1/2-inch-thick disks. |
Step 4 | Heat enough oil to fry the gorditas in a frying pan and fry in batches. Flip once when golden. |
Step 5 | Pat dry with a paper towel and allow the fried gorditas to cool until manageable. |
Step 6 | Slit the gorditas with a knife and fill with minced onion, cilantro and Salsa Mexicana. Serve immediately. |