Homemade Flour tortillas

Homemade Flour Tortillas

These homemade flour tortillas are soft, pliable, and perfect for a variety of dishes—from tacos to burritos, or even just to enjoy with some butter. Making your own tortillas at home is surprisingly simple and gives you the flexibility to control the thickness and size to suit your preference.

With just a few ingredients and a little practice, you can whip up fresh tortillas that are far superior to store-bought ones.

These homemade tortillas offer a delicious upgrade to any meal where bread or wraps are involved. Enjoy the fresh, satisfying texture and taste that only homemade tortillas can provide!

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes resting)
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 20 tortillas

Ingredients:

• 4 cups (600g) all-purpose flour
• 1 ¾ tsp (10.5g) salt
• 1 ½ tsp (6g) baking powder
• 8 tbsp (113.4g) butter, softened or melted
• 1 ⅓ cup (316ml) warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients:

• In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir these together to ensure even distribution.

1. Add Butter and Water:

• Add the softened or melted butter to the flour mixture. Pour in the warm water gradually while the mixer is running at medium-low speed.

1. Knead the Dough:

• Let the mixer knead the dough for about 5 minutes. The dough should be soft and smooth, clearing the sides of the bowl but slightly sticky at the bottom. Adjust with a little more flour or water if necessary to achieve the right consistency.

1. Rest the Dough:

• Turn the dough out onto a clean work surface. Divide it into 20 equal balls. Cover these with plastic wrap and let them rest on the counter for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.

1. Roll Out Tortillas:

• Heat a large non-stick skillet or seasoned cast iron pan over high heat. The pan is ready when a drop of water sizzles and evaporates almost immediately.
• Take one dough ball at a time, keeping the others covered. Roll it into a 6-inch disk using a rolling pin. Further stretch and shape the tortilla with your hands to thin it out as needed. Lightly flour the surface if the dough sticks.

1. Cook the Tortillas:

• Place the rolled tortilla in the center of the hot pan. Cook for about 20 seconds, or until brown spots form on the underside. Flip with a spatula and cook the other side for another 10-20 seconds until it has similar brown spots.
• Remove the cooked tortilla and place it on a wire rack to cool. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.

1. Serve or Store:

• Serve the tortillas warm, or allow them to cool completely before storing in an airtight container. They can be reheated in a microwave or back on the skillet for a few seconds on each side.