Let’s Introduce the delightful world of homemade soft flour tortillas—where simple ingredients transform into tender, pillowy rounds of pure satisfaction. Picture this: a warm, fragrant kitchen filled with the aroma of freshly cooked tortillas, their golden-brown spots hinting at the perfect blend of flour, water, and a touch of oil.
Whether wrapping them around savory fillings or savoring them on their own, these versatile tortillas will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Join us on a journey of doughy delight as we unravel the secrets to making your very own soft flour tortillas at home.
Flour Tortillas Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Rolling pin or tortilla press
- 1 Cast iron skillet or non-stick skillet
- 1 tortilla keeper
- 1 Damp cloth.
Ingredients
- 3 cups of all-purpose or plain flour 360g
- 2 tsp. of baking powder 10g
- 1/2 tsp. of table salt 3g
- 1/3 cup of shortening or use lard butter, or oil (62g)
- 1 cup of hot water filtered unless your tap water tastes good May need a few extra tablespoons of water. (250mL)
Instructions
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Pour the hot water over the butter after adding it. Mix until a shaggy dough starts to come together.
- Place the dough onto a worktop dusted with flour. For one to two minutes, knead the dough with your hands to form a smooth ball. After ten minutes, cover the bowl with a moist towel and let it rest.
- Make 12–14 equal slices out of the dough, then roll each wedge into a ball. Roll the dough into an 8-inch circle using a tortilla press or rolling pin.
- In a skillet, preheat the heat to medium-high. Place a tortilla on top of a tiny drizzle of olive oil. Simmer for 30 to 60 seconds, or until tiny bubbles start to form on the top.
- After 30 seconds, flip and continue cooking until the underside begins to become golden. Place on a platter and drape a towel over it. Proceed with the leftover dough.
- Enjoy warm or store for later. For up to three days, store the tortillas in an airtight container.
Notes
- Butter: Although coconut oil works just as well, I prefer the taste of butter.
- Storage: The tortillas can be frozen for up to three months or kept for up to three days at room temperature in a food storage bag.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrition | Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | 124kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 18g |
| Protein | 2g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Sodium | 146mg |
| Iron | 1.1mg |
| Calcium | 14mg |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Potassium | 50mg |
How Can I Soften Flour Tortillas?
To soften flour tortillas, you can warm them up in a microwave, oven, or skillet. Wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for a few seconds or heat them in a dry skillet for a short time on each side. This helps make them pliable and easier to fold or roll.
How Long Do Homemade Flour Tortillas Last?
If you leave your tortillas at room temperature, they will only last 2-3 days. In the refrigerator, they will last 5-7 days and, in the freezer, they will last for 6-8 months. In all cases, be sure they are in an airtight container.