Tortillas (3) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Dough
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure that the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- 2
Add Fat
Add the lard or vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring with a fork until a dough forms. You may need to adjust the amount of water slightly depending on the humidity and flour type.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 3-5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Form the dough into a ball.
- 5
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, making it easier to roll out.
Cooking Tortillas
- 6
Divide the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly with your hands.
- 7
Roll Out the Tortillas
Using a rolling pin, roll each ball out on a lightly floured surface into a thin circle, about 6-8 inches in diameter.
- 8
- 9
Keep Warm
As you cook each tortilla, place them in a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft until you are ready to serve.
