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Homemade Corn Tortilla Recipe

Homemade corn tortillas are so easy to make and tastes way better than anything you are going to get from the store, plus its only 3 ingredients!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 20
Calories: 85 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 3 cups masa harina
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 2/3 cups warm water

Instructions

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  1. Mix together the masa harina and salt in a large bowl until combined. Next slowly pour in the water in increments and knead in the bowl or on a clean surface for at least 7 to 8 minutes. See Notes.
  2. Form the dough into 15 to 20 golf ball-sized balls and cover with a damp towel.
  3. Using a corn tortilla press place down parchment round and place a dough ball on top towards the backside of it, cover with another parchment round, and press down firmly until flattened.
  4. Cook them 1 at a time in a large griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat for 45 seconds, then flip and cook for 1:30, and then flip and cook for a final 45 seconds. The edges should be browned and it should puff up. See Notes.
  5. Keep warm stacked up in towels or in a tortilla warmer.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: You can make this recipe up to 1 day ahead of time, simply store in the refrigerator and reheat it. They are best cooked, kept warm, and served immediately.
  • How to Reheat: Wrap the desired amount of tortillas in aluminum foil and cook in the oven at 350° for 5-7 minutes or until warm. Likewise, you can heat them 1 at a time on a microwave-safe plate until hot.
  • How to Store: Place wrapped in plastic or in a container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. These will freeze very well wrapped in plastic or in a container for up to 3 months. Place in the refrigerator to thaw until soft, about 4 to 6 hours.
  • If you do not have parchment paper, use 1 plastic zip bag simply cut around the outside of the bag following the creases to make 2 plastic square pieces.
  • The four biggest components of successful tortillas are: 
  • Moisture - The dough should be moist but not stick to your hands.
  • Kneading - Take the time to knead this, at least 7 to 8 minutes. When you press the dough there should not be any cracks around the outside edges.
  • Cooking Temperature - My perfect temperature for these is just a hair over medium. You may need to test out a corn tortilla to get it right.
  • Cooking Time - I do 45 seconds on the first side, 1:30 on the other side, and then flip to a final 45 seconds.

Nutrition Information

Calories 85kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 119mg (5%) Potassium 61mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 32mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 20Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 85

% Daily Value*

Calories 85kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 119mg 5%
Potassium 61mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 32mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.