tortilla recipe
This recipe guides you in making fresh homemade tortillas that are soft and delicious. Perfect for tacos, wraps, or as a side with your favorite dishes, these tortillas are quick and easy to prepare.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 cooking skillet or griddle
- 1 clean kitchen towel
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
- ¾ cup warm water Adjust if the dough feels too dry or sticky.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until evenly mixed.
- Add the vegetable oil (or lard) to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly and well incorporated.
- Gradually pour in the warm water while stirring the mixture until a dough begins to form.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal portions, rolling each one into a ball.
- Use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a thin circle, about 8 inches in diameter.
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30-45 seconds on each side, or until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Stack cooked tortillas on a plate and cover them with a kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft.
- Store any leftover tortillas in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage.
Notes
Store any leftover tortillas in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage.
You can customize your tortillas by adding spices or herbs to the dough for extra flavor.
If the dough feels too dry, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time. If it's too sticky, sprinkle in a bit more flour.