Fava Bean Gorditas

Name: Fava Bean Gorditas
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: water; 2 cups broad bean; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 onions; 1/4 bunches cilantro; salt and pepper; 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 2 cups masa dough; water; salt; vegetable oil; 3 tomatillos; 2 serrano chiles; 1 clove garlic; salt; cumin; 3 tablespoons onion, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped; avocado, in medium cubes

Mara Alpizar

Enjoy this recipe for fava bean gorditas! This is a traditional Mexican dish full of history and flavor. Best of all, these gorditas are made with fava beans, a legume rich in protein and fiber.

In this fava bean gorditas recipe, this ingredient is combined with local products to create a nutritious and delicious dish. Don't miss the chance to try this very Mexican dish!

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 08-10-2024

Preparation

20 mins

10 mins

Medium

Soak the fava beans in water overnight. Drain, place in a processor with the garlic, onion, cilantro, salt, pepper, and cumin, and grind until you obtain a well-integrated paste. Set aside. Mix the dough, water, and salt until you achieve a manageable consistency. Divide the dough into portions, fill with fava beans, and shape into gorditas. In a skillet with a little oil, cook the gorditas for 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Blend the tomatoes, serrano chilies, garlic clove, salt, and cumin until you obtain a sauce. Mix with the onion, cilantro, and avocado. Serve the fava bean gorditas and accompany with the salsa.