Corn Or Flour Tortillas Recipe
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Ingredients
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Corn Tortilla Ingredients
Flour Tortilla Ingredients
Method
Corn Tortilla Directions
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine masa harina, salt, and water. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Knead the dough for about 1-2 minutes until it becomes smooth and pliable. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- 3
Divide the Dough
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- 4
Flatten the Dough
Using a tortilla press or a rolling pin, flatten each ball between two pieces of plastic wrap to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- 5
- 6
Keep Warm
Place the cooked tortillas in a towel to keep warm while you finish cooking the remaining tortillas.
Flour Tortilla Directions
- 7
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and vegetable oil. Mix until crumbly.
- 8
Add Water
Slowly add water and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- 9
Knead the Dough
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- 10
Divide the Dough
Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces and shape them into balls.
- 11
Flatten the Dough
Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into a circle about 1/8 inch thick.
- 12
Cook the Tortillas
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla for about 30-45 seconds on each side until lightly browned.
- 13
Keep Warm
Once cooked, stack the tortillas and cover them with a towel to keep warm.
