Flour Tortilla Recipe
Soft, flexible, and downright delicious, this Flour Tortilla Recipe brings a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine to your kitchen with just a handful of pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 240 g cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder for fluffiness
- 2 tablespoons lard or vegetable shortening
- 180 ml cup warm water about 110°F; helps the dough hydrate evenly
- 1 tablespoon melted butter optional, for brushing on hot tortillas for extra richness
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Add lard or shortening and blend with fingertips or a pastry cutter until mix resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually drizzle warm water into the mix, stirring with a fork until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes until soft and slightly springy.
- Divide into balls, cover with a damp towel, and let rest for 20 minutes to relax the gluten.
- Flatten and roll each ball into a thin circle, around 6-8 inches in diameter.
- Heat a skillet, cook tortillas until bubbles form, flip, and cook until pale brown spots appear.
- Stack cooked tortillas in a tortilla warmer to retain steam and softness.
Notes
For a nuttier twist, swap half the flour for whole wheat flour. Use warm water to help dough hydrate evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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