Description
Soft, warm, and incredibly versatile, these homemade flour tortillas are a must-try for quick breakfast, easy dinner, or healthy snack ideas. This easy recipe creates tender, flexible tortillas perfect for tacos, wraps, and everyday food ideas with authentic flavor.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter or lard
1/2 teaspoon baking powder (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder if using.
2. Add fat and mix until crumbly.
3. Gradually add warm water and mix into a soft dough.
4. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
6. Divide into 8–10 balls.
7. Roll each into a thin circle.
8. Heat skillet over medium-high heat.
9. Cook each tortilla 30–45 seconds per side.
10. Stack in towel to keep warm.
Notes
Resting the dough ensures soft tortillas.
Use a hot skillet for best texture and bubbles.
Avoid excess flour when rolling to keep tortillas tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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