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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
3.5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1.5 cups 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

Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to a mixing bowl.

2

Add 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the flour and mix well until combined.

3

Gradually add 1.5 cups of warm water to the mixture and knead for about 10 minutes until a sticky dough forms.

4

Continue adding the remaining flour until the dough is no longer sticking to the bowl and is nice but not too sticky.

5

Divide the dough into smaller balls, ensuring they are roughly the same size.

6

Roll each ball between your fingers to form a nice ball shape.

7

Place the balls on a flat surface and cover with a kitchen towel.

8

Roll each ball into a thin circle using a rolling pin, or a plastic bowl for a round shape if desired.

9

Heat a pan over medium heat without oil.

10

Cook each tortilla for 1-2 minutes on each side until dark spots appear.

Cooking Techniques

mixedkneadedcooked

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinpan

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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