GLUTEN FREE RECIPES
Mexican cuisine is accessible to everyone, reguardless of dietry requirements. Many of the staple ingredients are natural gluten free, meaning that there is a wide selection of gluten free recipes for you to try at home.
Gluten Free Recipes
Charritos
From 'Comida Mexicana' by Rosa Cienfuegos
A simple snack that is great for sharing with friends and family. Best served covered in hot sauce and a squeeze of fresh lime.Ingredients
- 500ml vegetable oil
- 1kg masa flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 30g salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp lard
- 875ml warm water
- 2 limes, halved
- Valentina or Bufalo Hot Sauce, to serve
Recipe
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over a medium-high heat to 180°C.
- Combine the masa flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and lard in a large mixing bowl. Slowly add the warm water and mix until you have a soft and pliable dough.
- Working in batches, place the dough in a piping bag with a 5mm nozzle attached. Pipe out 5cm length charritos and place on a tray lined with baking paper.
- Working in batches, fry the charritos, turning occasionally, for 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain.
- Leave the charritos to cool for at least 1 hour, then transfer to a serving bowl. Squeeze in the lime juice and toss through.
- Serve with plenty of hot sauce drizzled on top and on the side for dipping.
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