Best Ever Homemade Flour Tortillas

A tortilla is a traditional Mexican dish made from a flat, circular, and thin piece of dough made from wheat or corn flour. It is typically cooked on a griddle or skillet and can be used as a base for a variety of dishes such as tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. They are soft, pliable, and often served warm. Corn tortillas are more commonly used in Mexican cuisine and have a slightly sweeter taste and a firmer texture, whole wheat tortillas are more common in Tex-Mex cuisine and have a softer texture. Tortillas can be filled with various toppings such as cheese, vegetables, beans, and meats, making them a versatile and delicious staple in many cuisines. This recipe s for you if you do not know how to make tortillas. this yummy homemade tortilla recipe is for you.

Ingredients:

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

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.
2. Stir in the vegetable oil and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Slowly add the warm water, stirring until the dough comes together and forms a smooth ball.
4. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
7. On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out each ball of dough into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
8. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
9. Carefully place one tortilla at a time in the skillet or griddle and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and slightly puffed.
10. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
11. Serve warm and enjoy! Optional: add toppings like cheese, veggies, beans and meat for delicious quesadillas!

Tips for Tortilla:

• Use a good quality flour when making your tortillas, as this will affect the texture and taste of the final product.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more water. If it is too wet, add a bit more flour.
• When rolling out the dough, make sure to use enough flour to prevent sticking to the rolling pin or surface.
• Cook the tortillas on a medium-high heat for the best results.
• For soft and pliable tortillas, keep them warm by placing them in a clean kitchen towel or a tortilla warmer.
• To make the tortillas a bit crispy, stack them on each other and put them in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
• When making quesadillas, put cheese and other ingredients in between two tortillas and cook it in a skillet for a few minutes till cheese melt and tortilla get crispy.
• You can also use tortillas for other dishes such as enchiladas, fajitas, and wraps.
• If you want to make the tortillas ahead of time, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.