Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade flour tortillas with this easy recipe. These soft and pliable tortillas are perfect for wrapping your favorite fillings, whether for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the oil and warm water, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Rest the Dough: Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Divide and Roll: Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Roll each ball into a thin circle, about 6 to 8 inches in diameter.
- Cook the Tortillas: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for 30 to 45 seconds on the first side, then flip and cook for another 20 to 30 seconds until puffed and lightly golden.
- Serve: Keep warm in a clean kitchen towel until ready to serve.
Notes
- For extra-soft tortillas, increase the resting time up to 1 hour.
- You can substitute part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier version.
- Store cooked tortillas in a sealed bag at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
