Red Chile, & 2 Flour Or Corn Tortillas Recipe
Make Red Chile, & 2 Flour Or Corn Tortillas Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Red Chile Sauce
Tortillas
Method
Red Chile Sauce Preparation
- 1
Prepare Chilies
Start by removing the stems and seeds from the dried red chilies. Rinse them under cold water to clean.
- 2
Cook Ingredients
In a pot, add the cleaned chilies, garlic cloves, onion (cut into quarters), cumin seeds, salt, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the chilies are soft.
- 4
Blend Sauce
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Blend the mixture in a blender until smooth, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- 5
Strain Sauce
Strain the sauce through a fine sieve to remove any solids for a smoother texture.
Tortilla Preparation
- 6
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. If using corn flour, ensure it's masa harina for best results.
- 7
Incorporate Fat
Add the olive oil or lard to the flour mixture and mix until crumbly.
- 8
Form Dough
Gradually add warm water, mixing with your hands to form a soft dough. Knead briefly until smooth.
- 9
Rest Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- 10
Shape Tortillas
Divide the dough into equal portions, roll each portion into a ball, and flatten them into thin rounds using a rolling pin or a tortilla press.
- 11
Cook Tortillas
Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side or until lightly browned and cooked through.
