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Flour Tortillas

Flour Tortillas

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 tortillas 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Master the art of making soft, delicious homemade Flour Tortillas with this quick and easy recipe. Using simple pantry staples and straightforward steps, you’ll create tender, flexible tortillas perfect for wraps, tacos, and a variety of meals. Customize with herbs or spices to suit your taste and enjoy fresh, preservative-free flavor anytime.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup warm water

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined for even texture and cooking.
  2. Add Oil and Water: Gradually pour in the vegetable oil and warm water while mixing with a spoon or your hands. Knead the dough in the bowl until it forms a smooth, soft ball that is pliable but not sticky.
  3. Rest the Dough: Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 20 minutes to relax the gluten and achieve softer tortillas.
  4. Divide and Roll Out: Cut the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a small ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle about 7 to 8 inches in diameter, maintaining even thickness.
  5. Cook the Tortillas: Heat a dry skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side until brown spots appear and the tortilla puffs slightly. Keep cooked tortillas warm while cooking the rest.

Notes

  • Use warm water to activate the baking powder for tender tortillas.
  • Dust the rolling surface lightly with flour to prevent sticking without drying out the dough.
  • Roll tortillas evenly to ensure uniform cooking and texture.
  • Cook on a hot pan to develop characteristic brown spots and slight puffing.
  • Keep cooked tortillas wrapped in a clean towel to retain softness until serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Pan cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tortilla
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: flour tortillas, homemade tortillas, soft tortillas, wraps, easy tortilla recipe, quick tortillas

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