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Homemade Flour Tortillas

Cultural Context

Flour tortillas are a staple in Mexican cuisine, often used to wrap various fillings or served alongside meals. They are particularly popular in the northern regions of Mexico, where wheat is more abundant than corn. Homemade tortillas are cherished for their freshness and flavor, making them a favorite in many households.

MexicanMXother
20 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp (5g) salt
1 tsp (4g) baking powder
1/3 cup (70ml) oil
3/4 cup (180ml) warm water

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

1

Combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of baking powder in a bowl.

2

Add 1/3 cup of oil and mix until crumbly.

3

Gradually add 3/4 cup of warm water, kneading until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

4

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and form each piece into a ball.

5

Preheat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

6

Roll out each ball into a circle about 9 inches in diameter and 1.5-2 mm thick.

7

Cook each tortilla for a few seconds on both sides until it gets brown spots.

8

Let the cooked tortillas cool.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlnon-stick panrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Tortillas de Harina
Local Name: tortillas de harina caseras

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