Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade Flour Tortillas with this easy recipe. These soft and pliable tortillas are perfect for wrapping your favorite fillings and are a great addition to any Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or softened lard
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Fat: Add the vegetable oil or lard and mix until crumbly.
- Form Dough: Gradually add warm water, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Knead: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Rest and Divide: Divide dough into 10 portions, roll into balls, cover, and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Cook: Roll out each ball into an 8-inch circle, cook in a skillet until lightly browned and pliable.
- Enjoy: Stack cooked tortillas in a towel to keep warm.
Notes
- If using lard, the tortillas will be softer and more traditional.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
- Store tortillas in a sealed bag in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
