Description
Make delicious homemade flour tortillas in under an hour! This easy recipe yields soft, fluffy tortillas that are perfect for tacos, burritos, and more. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create versatile wraps that elevate any meal. Whether you’re filling them with your favorite proteins, veggies, or enjoying them plain, these tortillas are a must-try. Quick to prepare and customizable in size, they are ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Get ready to impress your family and friends with fresh homemade tortillas!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ cup olive oil (or avocado oil/butter)
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Add olive oil and warm water; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Divide into 8 pieces for larger tortillas or 10 pieces for smaller ones; roll each piece into a ball.
- Cover with a towel and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll each ball into circles (8-10 inches for large; 6-8 inches for small).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook each tortilla for about 30-45 seconds on both sides until golden brown.
- Keep cooked tortillas warm in a bag or warmer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg