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Homemade Flour Tortillas

Homemade Flour Tortillas That Transform Every Meal

Homemade Flour Tortillas are a quick, preservative-free option to elevate any meal, transforming tacos, burritos, and wraps.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 tortillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps create a light, fluffy texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; adjust to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil or melted butter.
  • 0.75 cups Warm Water Hydrates the flour for better dough consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • skillet
  • Tortilla Warmer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add in olive oil and warm water to the dry mixture, mixing until a rough dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll each into a ball.
  5. Cover dough balls with a towel and let them rest for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  6. Roll out each ball into an 8-10 inch circle.
  7. Cook each tortilla in a preheated skillet for 30-45 seconds on each side.
  8. Stack warm tortillas in a tortilla warmer or wrap in a clean towel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tortillaCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh tortillas can elevate any meal and are a healthier, preservative-free alternative to store-bought options.

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