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Flour Tortillas

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This Flour Tortillas recipe provides you with soft, pliable homemade tortillas that are perfect for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or simply enjoying with butter. These tortillas are easy to make with minimal ingredients and can be customized to your desired thickness and size. Impress your family and friends with these fresh, delicious tortillas made right in your kitchen.

Appliances and Special Utensils

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or lard
  • 1 cup warm water

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure the baking powder and salt are evenly distributed.

  2. Add Fat: Add the vegetable oil or lard to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the fat into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. Add Water: Gradually add the warm water to the flour mixture, stirring with a fork or your hands until a dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky. If it is too sticky, add a bit more flour; if it is too dry, add a bit more water.

  4. Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 2-3 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

  5. Rest Dough: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, rolling each piece into a ball. Cover the balls with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let them rest for at least 15 minutes. This resting period helps relax the gluten, making the tortillas easier to roll out.

  6. Preheat Skillet: While the dough is resting, preheat your cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

  7. Roll Out Tortillas: On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll each ball of dough into a thin circle, about 6-8 inches in diameter. Try to keep the thickness uniform to ensure even cooking.

  8. Cook Tortillas: Place a rolled-out tortilla on the preheated skillet. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until bubbles form and the tortilla has golden brown spots. Adjust the heat if the tortillas are browning too quickly or too slowly.

  9. Keep Warm: As you cook each tortilla, place it under a clean kitchen towel to keep it warm and soft.

  10. Serve: Serve the tortillas warm, and enjoy them with your favorite fillings or toppings. These homemade flour tortillas are perfect for any meal!