Description
These homemade flour tortillas are soft, fluffy, and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Perfect for wraps, tacos, or burritos, this recipe uses baking powder to create a light and tender texture. With a minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can enjoy fresh tortillas anytime right from your stovetop.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (can substitute with whole wheat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (essential for leavening)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (recommended for flavor)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (can substitute with vegetable oil or melted butter)
- 3/4 cup warm water (crucial for hydrating the dough)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the flour.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with approximately 3/4 cup of warm water. Stir until the ingredients begin to form a rough dough.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. Proper kneading develops gluten for a tender tortilla.
- Divide and Rest: Divide the dough into 8-10 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rest for 30 minutes up to 2 hours, allowing the gluten to relax for easier rolling.
- Roll Out Tortillas: Using a rolling pin, flatten each dough ball into a circle roughly 8-10 inches in diameter for larger tortillas or 6-8 inches for smaller, depending on your intended use.
- Cook on Skillet: Preheat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Place a rolled tortilla onto the skillet and cook for 30-45 seconds until bubbles begin to form. Flip and cook the other side until light brown spots appear and the tortilla is cooked through.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Transfer the cooked tortillas to a tortilla warmer or wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm and soft until serving.
Notes
- Substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.
- Resting the dough is crucial for soft tortillas; do not skip this step.
- Use a dry skillet or non-stick pan for best results; avoid adding oil during cooking.
- Keep cooked tortillas covered to maintain softness and prevent drying out.
- These tortillas are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
