Homemade Flour Tortillas Recipe

Inspired by Frontier

Time1h

Serves8

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Ingredients

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1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
2
Incorporate Fat
Add the lard (or shortening) to the dry mixture and mix with your fingers or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Add Water
Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring until a dough begins to form. If the dough is too dry, add more water, a teaspoon at a time.
4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
6
Divide and Roll
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a thin round tortilla.
7
Cook the Tortillas
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side, or until lightly golden and cooked through.
8
Keep Warm
Place the cooked tortillas in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining tortillas.