Flour Tortilla Recipe

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This recipe has been a long time in coming, years actually. Ive been trying out recipes for homemade flour tortillas for what seems like forever – but Ive never been thrilled with any of them. Definitely not thrilled enough to blog them – too dry, too sticky, too crisp, too bland, too soggy, too complicated. This time, with these flour tortillas, its different. They totally live up to their name – Best Ever Homemade Flour Tortillas!

I LOVE the results, and I think you will too. These homemade flour tortillas are tender, soft and flavorful. Because they keep well, they can be made in advance and warmed in the microwave or on the stovetop, just before serving.

flour tortilla recipe

Best Ever Homemade Flour Tortillas

flour tortilla recipe

These Best Ever Homemade Flour Tortillas are so simple and unbelievably delicious!

Prep: 20min

Total: 60min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 124 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 146 mg, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil, vegetable oil or other fairly neutral flavored oil
  • 1 cup warm water

Instruction:

  1. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 1-2 minutes until the dough is nice and smooth. Proceed with step number 3 below for the remainder of the recipe.
  2. Store in an airtight container or zippered bag at room temperature for 24 hours or refrigerate for up to 1 week. To freeze, separate tortillas with parchment paper or waxed paper and place in a zippered bag before placing in the freezer.

How To Make Flour Tortillas – SO SOFT!

FAQ

What are the ingredients in a flour tortilla?

What are flour tortillas made of? Flour tortillas are made of all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, lard and water. Basic ingredients for a simple flavor. That simple flavor allows the meats that you fill them with to shine through!

How to make flour tortillas taste good?

Just like with corn tortillas, the flour version is always better fresh out of a skillet. But here’s the real secret to truly great tortillas — lard. Yes, lard. It’s not only the most traditional fat to use for tortillas, but is also the most delicious.

Why are my homemade flour tortillas tough?

Why do my homemade flour tortillas come out hard? If the comal is not hot enough when you start cooking, the tortillas may come out hard. Or you may need to knead longer to release the glutens. See step above on how long to knead for and the cooking times.

What does baking powder do to flour tortillas?

Some flour tortilla recipes call for baking powder. Some don’t. It acts as a leavening agent, giving the tortillas a little bit of puffy volume. Sans baking soda, it would be a much flatter tortilla.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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