Corn Tortillas (3) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn masa harina and salt. Stir with a whisk or spoon until well mixed.
- 2
Add Water
Gradually add the water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until the dough begins to come together. You may need to adjust the water slightly depending on the humidity.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Once the dough forms, knead it with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it is smooth and pliable. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more masa harina; if it feels too dry, add a bit more water.
- 4
Divide the Dough
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Cover the balls with a damp cloth to keep them moist while you work.
Cooking
- 5
- 6
Flatten the Tortillas
Using a tortilla press or a rolling pin, flatten each ball of dough between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper to about 1/8-inch thick.
- 7
Cook the Tortillas
Carefully place the flattened tortilla on the hot skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds on one side, or until it starts to puff up and has light brown spots. Flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds on the other side.
- 8
Keep Warm
Remove the tortilla from the skillet and place it in a tortilla warmer or wrap it in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.