Chewy Flour Tortillas
Discover the joy of making homemade Chewy Flour Tortillas, a simple yet satisfying recipe that transforms everyday pantry staples into soft, pliable, and irresistibly chewy tortillas. With just five ingredients—flour, baking powder, salt, vegetable oil (or melted lard), and warm water—this recipe comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight meals or weekend feasts. The secret to their signature chewiness lies in kneading the dough until smooth and elastic, followed by a quick rest to ensure easy rolling and perfect texture. These tortillas cook up beautifully on a hot skillet, forming golden-brown bubbles and a slightly smoky finish. Serve them warm with your favorite fillings such as tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, or keep them on hand as a versatile flatbread option. Once you try homemade tortillas, you'll never go back to store-bought!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (or melted lard)
- 1 cup Warm water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the vegetable oil (or melted lard) to the dry ingredients and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually pour in the warm water a little at a time, mixing with your hands or a spoon, until the dough comes together. You may not need all the water, so add it slowly.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it by hand for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and cover them with a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rest for 15 minutes to relax, which makes it easier to roll out.
Using a rolling pin on a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a thin circle about 8 inches in diameter. Try to maintain an even thickness for consistent cooking.
Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, place one rolled-out tortilla onto the skillet. Cook for about 30-60 seconds on each side, or until bubbles form and light brown spots appear.
Remove the cooked tortilla from the skillet and wrap it in a clean towel to keep it warm and soft. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Serve warm with your favorite fillings or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.7 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2815 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.8 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
