Flour Tortillas Recipe
Three fresh flour tortillas.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Ingredients
Method
Tortilla Preparation Steps
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Incorporate Fat
Add the lard or vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. You may need to adjust the amount of water slightly depending on the humidity.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
- 5
Divide and Roll
After resting, divide the dough into three equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten each ball into a disk about 6-8 inches in diameter using a rolling pin.
- 6
Cook the Tortillas
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 1 minute on each side, or until lightly browned and cooked through. Keep tortillas warm in a tortilla warmer or wrapped in a clean kitchen towel.
