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Masa Torpedoes with Avocado Salsa
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Masa Torpedoes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/ teaspoon chile powder
  • 1 1/3 cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 6 ounces uncooked Mexican chorizo
  • 1/2 cup shredded jack cheese
  • 1 cup canola oil for frying

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, flour, salt, garlic powder and chile powder. Gradually mix in the warm water, until a soft dough forms. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
  • For Filling, in a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo. Using a wooden spoon, crumble the chorizo and cook for 6-8 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels, let cool. Once cooled combine with shredded jack, set aside.
  • With clean hands, shape dough into balls the size of golf balls. Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each masa ball. Flatten each ball slightly. Place 1 tablespoon of filling in each indentation: Wrap the dough edges around the filling and shape into a cigar or torpedo shape. Press to seal the ends of torpedoes.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 cup of canola oil over medium heat. Add the torpedoes to hot oil; fry until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve with tomatillo avocado salsa, makes about 12 to 14 torpedoes.
  • You could make these a day ahead and reheat in the oven at 350ºF for 25 minutes.