Description
Homemade Flour Tortillas are a culinary delight that can elevate any meal. Soft and chewy, these tortillas are incredibly versatile, perfect for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or simply enjoyed with a side of guacamole. Made from just a handful of pantry staples, this easy recipe allows you to create fresh tortillas that far exceed store-bought options. With their customizable size and delightful texture, everyone at your table will be impressed. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or preparing a quick family dinner, these homemade tortillas will shine as the star of your meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil and warm water; stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough until soft and supple (about 2 minutes with a stand mixer or 5 minutes by hand).
- Let the dough rest in an oiled bowl covered for 1 hour.
- Divide into 10 pieces; roll each into a ball and let them rest for another 10 minutes.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Roll each ball into a round shape about 6 inches wide.
- Cook each tortilla in the skillet until golden brown spots appear (about 20–30 seconds per side).
- Transfer cooked tortillas to an airtight container to steam briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg