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Soft flour tortillas are a staple in northern Mexico, where they are often used to wrap meats, beans, and other fillings. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, these tortillas are cherished for their soft texture and versatility. They have gained popularity beyond Mexico, becoming a beloved accompaniment in various cuisines, especially in Tex-Mex dishes.

Ingredients

  • all-purpose flour
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • vegetable oil
  • water

Instructions

  1. 1Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  2. 2Add vegetable oil and mix until crumbly.
  3. 3Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
  4. 4Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  5. 5Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into balls.
  6. 6On a floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin circle.
  7. 7Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  8. 8Cook each tortilla for 30-60 seconds on each side until lightly browned.
  9. 9Keep cooked tortillas warm in a clean kitchen towel until serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

all-purpose flour

Healthier: whole wheat flour

Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content while bread flour can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingcooking

Equipment

mixing bowlrolling pinskilletkitchen towel
gluten

Also Known As

Tortillas de Harina

Recipe Information

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Soft Flour Tortillas

Cultural Context

Soft flour tortillas are a staple in northern Mexico, where they are often used to wrap meats, beans, and other fillings. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, these tortillas are cherished for their soft texture and versatility. They have gained popularity beyond Mexico, becoming a beloved accompaniment in various cuisines, especially in Tex-Mex dishes.

MexicanMXother
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
all-purpose flour
baking powder
salt
vegetable oil
water

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content while bread flour can be more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option, while canola oil is often less expensive.

1

Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.

2

Add vegetable oil and mix until crumbly.

3

Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough forms.

4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

5

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into balls.

6

On a floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin circle.

7

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

8

Cook each tortilla for 30-60 seconds on each side until lightly browned.

9

Keep cooked tortillas warm in a clean kitchen towel until serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingcooking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinskilletkitchen towel

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Tortillas de Harina
Local Name: tortillas de harina suaves

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