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Homemade Tortillas

Soft and warm homemade tortillas that are easy to make and delicious with any filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 8 tortillas
Course: Main Ingredient, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup warm water Make sure your water is warm, as this helps to achieve that desired soft texture in your tortillas.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to ensure even distribution.
  2. Pour in the vegetable oil and mix it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the warm water to the flour mixture and stir until it begins to come together into a dough.
  4. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 3-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Divide the dough into 8-10 equal balls and cover with a damp cloth. Let them rest for 15-30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. On a floured surface, roll out each ball of dough into a thin, even circle about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and place one rolled tortilla onto the dry skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds until bubbles form.
  3. Flip the tortilla and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  4. Stack the cooked tortillas in a dish and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.

Notes

To store, place in an airtight container or wrap in foil or parchment paper. Refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel.