Chilean Tortilla
Discover the rustic charm of Chilean Tortilla, a traditional flatbread that’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and irresistibly satisfying. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of butter, this recipe comes together quickly with just 15 minutes of prep and another 15 minutes of cook time. Each tortilla is hand-shaped and pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a versatile bread that pairs beautifully with jams, soups, or stews. Perfect for savoring on its own or as a comforting side dish, these warm, flaky Chilean tortillas are a delightful taste of South American cuisine that’s sure to impress your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups water
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
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 unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers, gently rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the water, a little at a time, and mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until the consistency is correct.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it into a disk around 1/4-inch thick using a rolling pin or your hands.
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place a dough disk into the pan.
Cook each tortilla for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown spots appear and the tortilla is crisp on the edges.
Remove the cooked tortilla from the pan and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
Serve the Chilean tortillas warm. They can be enjoyed on their own, with butter or jam, or as a side dish to your favorite soup or stew.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1642 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 263 mg | 6% | |
*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.
