Homemade Flour Tortillas Done Right
User Reviews
4.5
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Servings
6 (12-14 tortillas)
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Calories
285 kcal
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Cuisine
Mexican
Homemade Flour Tortillas Done Right
Description
Homemade Flour Tortillas Done Right are made by combining unbleached all-purpose flour with salt and lard, which is crumbled into the flour to create a tender dough. Warm water is added to bind the mixture, which is then kneaded to a smooth ball before resting for at least 30 minutes, allowing gluten to relax for easier rolling.
The dough is portioned into golf ball-sized pieces, then rolled thinly into 5-6 inch diameter circles. Cooking them on a medium-high heated griddle or comal produces light brown spots on each side, indicating doneness. The resulting tortillas have a soft, flexible texture ideal for folding or rolling.
Adjusting the stove temperature is important to avoid burning or undercooking. The resting stage helps the dough roll out without springing back. These tortillas can be served warm with fillings or as an accompaniment to various dishes. Experimenting with gluten-free flour alternatives is possible though yields may vary.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour unbleached
- 3 tablespoons lard
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup water warm
Instructions
- Add the salt to the flour and mix well. Use your fingers to crumble the lard into the flour mixture. Add 1 cup warm water and stir as much as you can with a spoon, then dump onto a flat surface and knead into a cohesive ball. Let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Tear into golfball sized chunks, rolling between your hands to shape them into smooth balls.
- Use a rolling pin to roll them out approximately 5-6 inches in diameter.
- Heat a comal/griddle to medium high temperature and add a tortilla.
- Cook each side for 45-60 seconds or until light brown spots form.
- As one tortilla cooks, roll out the next to expedite the process.
Notes
- If tortillas spring back during rolling, let the dough or dough balls rest longer to relax the gluten.
- Adjust stove heat to get light brown spots without burning; too hot burns, too low delays browning.
- These tortillas can be made with gluten-free flour blends, though texture will differ.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6(12-14 tortillas)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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