Tortillas Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together until well mixed.
- 2
Incorporate Lard
Add the lard or vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the fat into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the warm water to the mixture, stirring with a fork until a dough begins to form. You may need to adjust the water slightly depending on the humidity.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Cooking
- 5
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This relaxes the gluten and makes rolling easier.
- 6
Divide the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten into a disc.
- 7
Roll Out the Tortillas
Using a rolling pin, roll out each disc into a thin circle, about 6-8 inches in diameter. Dust with flour as needed to prevent sticking.
- 8
- 9
Keep Warm
As you cook each tortilla, keep them warm by stacking them on a plate and covering with a clean kitchen towel.