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.
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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.
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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.