Low Fat Fried Flour Tortillas
Satisfy your craving for crispy tortillas without the guilt with this "Low Fat Fried Flour Tortillas" recipe, a healthier twist on a beloved classic. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and baking powder, these tortillas are light yet perfectly crisp thanks to an innovative cooking method that swaps deep frying for a quick skillet fry with just a spritz of cooking spray. Ready in under 40 minutes, these golden tortillas boast a delicate texture and are ideal for tacos, wraps, or as a standalone snack. Whether you're aiming for a healthier lifestyle or simply looking to try something new, this recipe offers flavor, convenience, and versatility—all while keeping the fat content low.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 bottle Spray cooking oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or your hands until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until you have a smooth and elastic dough.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Cover them with a damp cloth to prevent drying while working on them one by one.
Using a rolling pin, roll each dough ball into a thin round tortilla, about 6-7 inches in diameter. Aim for uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
Preheat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, spray a thin layer of cooking oil onto the surface.
Place one tortilla in the skillet and cook for about 1-2 minutes, until brown spots appear and the tortilla starts to puff up.
Flip the tortilla and spray a small amount of cooking oil on the second side. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until it is crispy.
Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, ensuring to spray the skillet with oil as needed between each tortilla.
Once cooked, place the tortillas on a plate and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.6 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1633 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
