Description
Elevate your meals with Homemade Flour Tortillas, crafted in under an hour! This easy recipe delivers fluffy, delicious tortillas that are perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply enjoying with your favorite dish. With just a few pantry staples and minimal prep time, you can create fresh tortillas that enhance any meal. Their soft texture and customizable flavor make them a favorite for every occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. Enjoy the satisfaction of making homemade tortillas without preservatives, ensuring every bite is as wholesome as it is tasty.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ cup olive oil (or avocado oil)
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Add the olive oil and warm water; mix with hands until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Divide dough into 8 (for large) or 10 (for medium) pieces; roll each into a ball.
- Let the balls rest covered with a towel for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out each ball into circles (8-10 inches for large or 6-8 inches for smaller).
- Cook on a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for 30-45 seconds per side until brown spots form.
- Keep warm in a tortilla warmer or plastic bag while cooking remaining tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg