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Mexican Meat Pancakes with Sting

Mexican Meat Pancakes with Sting
Handheld masa pockets stuffed with fiery seasoned beef, fried until crisp-edged and tender inside. Topped with fresh tomato salsa and molten queso fresco that caramelizes under the broiler. The salsa cuts through the rich meat while the cheese adds creamy depth. Smells like a street food cart the moment it hits the skillet. Simple enough for Sunday mornings but impressive when guests show up unannounced.
Ingredients
  • 2 cups (240 g) masa harina
  • 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) warm water
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion (150 g) finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves (6 g) minced
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
  • 2 cups (300 g) ripe tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons (8 g) fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) queso fresco crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
Instructions

1. Make salsa by combining tomatoes red onion cilantro lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl Set aside

2. Mix masa harina and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl Gradually add warm water stirring until a soft dough forms Knead 1 minute Cover with damp cloth rest 10 minutes

3. Brown ground beef in skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes Drain excess fat Add yellow onion garlic cumin chili powder black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt Cook 2 minutes until onions soften Remove from heat

4. Divide masa dough into 8 portions Roll each into ball then flatten into 4-inch discs Place 2 tablespoons beef filling in center Fold over to form half-moon Pinch edges tightly to seal

5. Heat vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat Fry stuffed pancakes 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown Drain on paper towels

6. Preheat broiler Arrange fried pancakes on baking sheet Top with salsa and queso fresco Broil 1-2 minutes until cheese bubbles

7. Serve immediately while hot

Tools
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • oven
  • baking dish

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