Homemade Tortillas
Whip up a batch of delightful homemade tortillas that are not only budget-friendly but bursting with flavor! With just three simple ingredients—flour, water, and a pinch of salt—you'll master the art of tortilla-making in no time. Perfect for tacos, wraps, or simply enjoying warm with a touch of butter, these tortillas are a must-try for any home cook!
Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
12
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 12🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 cup hot water (240 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature (70 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder (10 ml)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt (7.5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 2
Add the butter and work it into the flour mixture with your fingers until crumbly.
- 3
Pour in hot water and stir until the dough comes together.
- 4
Knead a few times until smooth, then cover with a damp towel and let rest for 10–15 minutes.
- 5
Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls.
- 6
Roll each ball out super thin, almost see-through.
- 7
Heat a skillet over medium and brush lightly with olive oil.
- 8
Cook each tortilla for 30–45 seconds per side until golden spots appear.
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Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
12
people
Level
beginner
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Homemade Tortillas
Whip up a batch of delightful homemade tortillas that are not only budget-friendly but bursting with flavor! With just three simple ingredients—flour, water, and a pinch of salt—you'll master the art of tortilla-making in no time. Perfect for tacos, wraps, or simply enjoying warm with a touch of butter, these tortillas are a must-try for any home cook!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 12🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 cup hot water (240 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature (70 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder (10 ml)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt (7.5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 2
Add the butter and work it into the flour mixture with your fingers until crumbly.
- 3
Pour in hot water and stir until the dough comes together.
- 4
Knead a few times until smooth, then cover with a damp towel and let rest for 10–15 minutes.
- 5
Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls.
- 6
Roll each ball out super thin, almost see-through.
- 7
Heat a skillet over medium and brush lightly with olive oil.
- 8
Cook each tortilla for 30–45 seconds per side until golden spots appear.