Flour Tortilla Recipe
Discover the ultimate homemade flour tortilla recipe that combines simplicity and flavor for irresistibly soft and pliable results! Made with just five pantry staples—flour, baking powder, salt, vegetable oil (or lard), and warm water—these tortillas are perfect for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or simply enjoying on their own. This easy recipe comes together quickly, requiring only 20 minutes of prep time and yielding 10 tender tortillas ready to elevate your meals. Learn how to knead and roll the dough to achieve the perfect thin consistency, then cook them to golden perfection on a hot skillet. Whether you're hosting taco night or stocking up on a versatile staple, these fresh, homemade tortillas are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.33 cup Vegetable oil (or lard)
- 1 cup Warm water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the vegetable oil (or lard) to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually pour in the warm water while mixing with a spoon or your hand until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Cover the balls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rest for 15 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
After resting, lightly flour your rolling surface and rolling pin. Roll each dough ball into a thin, round tortilla, about 8-10 inches in diameter.
Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place a tortilla in the pan and cook for 30-45 seconds, or until bubbles form and the bottom develops light brown spots.
Flip the tortilla and cook for another 30-45 seconds on the other side.
Remove the tortilla and place it in a clean kitchen towel or tortilla warmer to keep warm while you cook the remaining tortillas.
Repeat the process for all the dough balls. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.8 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| 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 | 16.7 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.
