Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making your own Homemade Flour Tortillas. These soft and chewy tortillas are a game changer for any meal, providing the perfect base for tacos, burritos, or simply enjoyed warm. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up these treats in no time, impressing family and friends with their fresh flavor and superior quality compared to store-bought options. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this easy recipe will make you crave homemade tortillas again and again.
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 by hand for about 5 minutes until soft; adjust moisture as needed.
- Let the dough rest covered for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Divide into 10 pieces, roll into balls, and let rest for another 10 minutes.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Roll each dough ball into a 6-inch round shape and cook in the skillet for 20–30 seconds on each side until lightly browned.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (42g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg