Gorditas with Picadillo

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

oil

1 lb

ground beef

1/2

of an onion, diced

4 cloves

garlic, finely minced

jalapenos, diced with stems and seeds removed

1 tbsp

chili powder

1 tbsp

dry oregano

1 tbsp

cumin

1/4 tsp

cayenne

1/4 cup

fresh cilantro, chopped

plum tomatoes, diced

medium red potatoes, peeled and diced

Salt and pepper

1/4 cup

water

2 tbsp

lime juice

1 3/4 cups

masa harina (corn flour, available near the regular flour in the store)

1/4 cup

all purpose flour

1 tsp

baking powder

1/2 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

shortening, softened to room temperature

1 1/2 cups

water

Oil for frying

Toppings: shredded cheese, salsa, lettuce, tomatoes (custom to your tastes)