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Tortillas

Tortillas Recipe Ingredients: Instructions:

Tortillas Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the salt throughout the flour.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the warm water and vegetable oil.
  3. Knead the Dough: Using a spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a dough begins to form. Once it starts to come together, transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. If it’s too dry, add a bit more warm water.
  4. Rest the Dough: Once the dough is smooth, shape it into a ball and place it back in the mixing bowl. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rest for about 20-30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax and makes the dough easier to roll out.
  5. Divide and Roll Out: After resting, divide the dough into 6 equal-sized portions. Roll each portion into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out each ball of dough into a thin circle, about 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) in diameter. If needed, you can sprinkle a little flour on the dough to prevent sticking.
  6. Cook the Tortillas: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, place one rolled-out tortilla onto the skillet and cook for about 1 minute on each side, or until bubbles start to form and the tortilla puffs up slightly. You may need to adjust the heat if the tortillas are cooking too quickly or too slowly.
  7. Keep Warm: As each tortilla cooks, transfer it to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls until all the tortillas are cooked.
  8. Serve: Use the homemade burrito tortillas immediately to wrap up your favorite fillings for burritos, tacos, quesadillas, or any other dishes you desire!