Teresa's Recipes
Homemade Flour Tortillas
Crafting your own flour tortillas at home is a rewarding experience that brings soft, warm, and pliable delights to your table. Perfect for wrapping around your favorite fillings for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, these tortillas are a staple in Mexican cuisine. With a few simple ingredients and just a bit of technique, you'll find that homemade tortillas elevate any meal with their fresh flavor and satisfying texture. Historically, flour tortillas date back to the Spanish colonization of Mexico and have become a beloved culinary tradition across the globe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup Warm water
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Side
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 0g
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the vegetable oil and warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing with a spoon until a shaggy dough begins to form.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in a little extra flour as needed.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying out. Let them rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin, round tortilla, approximately 8 inches in diameter. Try to keep the thickness consistent for even cooking.
- Cook each tortilla on the hot skillet for about 1 minute on each side, or until lightly browned and puffed. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
- Once cooked, transfer the tortillas to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft until ready to serve.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of lard or butter along with the vegetable oil.
- Experiment with different flours, such as whole wheat or spelt, for a unique twist on traditional tortillas.
- Tortillas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or frozen for longer storage.