Flour Tortillas Recipe

Tortilla Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the dough

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

2. 2

   Add fat

   Add the vegetable oil or lard to the flour mixture and mix until crumbly.

3. 3

   Add water

   Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may need to adjust the water slightly depending on the humidity.

4. 4

   Knead the dough

   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for at least 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Divide the dough

   After resting, divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.

6. 6

   Roll out the tortillas

   On a floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin circle about 8-10 inches in diameter.

7. 7

   Cook the tortillas

   Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side, until lightly browned and cooked through.

8. 8

   Keep warm

   Place cooked tortillas in a warm tortilla basket or wrap in a clean cloth to keep warm while cooking the remaining tortillas.