Homemade Flour Tortillas My Way (Print Version)
Soft, warm flour tortillas made easily at home with basic ingredients—delightfully chewy and perfect for any meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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250 g all-purpose flour
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2.5 g baking powder
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2.5 g fine salt
→ Fat
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60 g lard or vegetable shortening
→ Hydration
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180 ml warm water, added gradually as needed
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure uniform distribution.
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Add lard or vegetable shortening to the dry mixture. Using fingers or a pastry cutter, cut the fat into the flour until the texture is crumbly and resembles coarse sand.
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Gradually incorporate warm water, mixing continuously until a cohesive dough forms. Knead for several minutes by hand until the dough is smooth and elastic, adjusting hydration as required for consistency.
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Divide dough into 10 to 12 equal pieces and shape each into a ball. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 10–15 minutes. Resting allows the gluten to relax and facilitates rolling.
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On a floured surface, roll each dough ball into a thin round, approximately 15–20 cm in diameter and even in thickness.
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Preheat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place each tortilla onto the hot surface, cooking for 1–2 minutes per side until puffed and golden spots appear.
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Stack cooked tortillas inside a clean kitchen towel to retain warmth and softness. Serve immediately with preferred fillings or accompaniments.
# Notes:
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Allowing the dough to rest after portioning yields softer, more pliable tortillas, ideal for rolling or folding.