Warm Flour Tortillas Recipe
COMES WITH: Shredded Cheese, Black Bean Corn Salsa, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Fire Roasted Salsa
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Ingredients
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Tortillas
Toppings
Method
Tortilla Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until evenly combined.
- 2
Add Lard or Shortening
Add the lard or vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Warm Water
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring with a fork or your hands until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Divide the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- 6
Roll Out Tortillas
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin circle, about 8 inches in diameter.
- 7
Serving
- 8
Assemble Tacos
Serve the warm tortillas with a variety of toppings: shredded cheese, black bean corn salsa, pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, sour cream, guacamole, and fire roasted salsa. Allow guests to customize their own tortillas.
