The Best Way to Make Tortillas the Traditional Way | La Fama Mexican Bakery

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain corn flour

💰Cheaper: masa harina

Whole grain corn flour is more nutritious, while masa harina is often more affordable.

wheat flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour offers more fiber and nutrients, while all-purpose flour is usually cheaper.

Add corn tortilla flour, baking powder, salt, and lard or vegetable shortening into a mixing bowl.

Slowly add in water while kneading the mixture until it takes shape.

Weigh out 5 pounds 3 ounces of the dough.

Divide the dough into small balls.

Flatten each ball using a rolling pin.

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