Gorditas de Queso
Gorditas de Queso are thick, golden corn masa pockets from Mexican cuisine, generously stuffed with melted cheese. They are typically made from a simple dough of masa harina, lard or oil, and water, then pan-fried or griddled until crispy on the outside and perfectly gooey on the inside.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in both carbohydrates from the corn masa and fat from the cheese and cooking oil, making it a hearty, energy-dense meal. A single gordita provides a good source of calcium and protein from the cheese, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Selenium | 10 mcg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, gorditas are a beloved street food and home-cooked staple, representing the versatility and heartiness of Mexican comfort food. Their unique 'pocket' structure, created by slicing the thick masa open while hot, is a clever technique that allows for endless sweet and savory fillings.
