Description
Make homemade flour tortillas in under an hour! This easy recipe yields soft, fluffy tortillas that are perfect for tacos, burritos, or any meal where you want a warm, comforting wrap. With just a few simple ingredients, you can impress family and friends with the delightful taste of freshly made tortillas. These versatile wraps can be customized with different oils or spices, allowing you to create your unique flavor profile. Whether you’re making breakfast burritos or taco night treats, this quick tortilla recipe will elevate your meals and bring everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ cup olive oil (or room temperature unsalted butter)
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the olive oil and warm water, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Divide into 8 or 10 balls based on desired tortilla size and let rest covered for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll each ball into a circle on a floured surface.
- Cook each tortilla on a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for 30-45 seconds per side until browned.
- Keep cooked tortillas warm in a towel or container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (40g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg