Get ready to impress your family and friends with these homemade Flour Tortillas that are light, fluffy, and incredibly delicious. Made with just a few simple ingredients and a hot skillet, these tortillas are perfect for your next taco or fajita night. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, you’ll be rolling out perfectly thin and round tortillas in no time!
These Homemade Flour Tortillas are a game-changer. No need to go to the grocery store when you can make your own tortillas that are even better than store-bought. These tortillas are not only sturdy enough to hold your favorite fillings, but they are also soft and have a mild flavor that allows your fillings to shine. The secret ingredient? Salted butter, which adds an irresistible richness and flavor to these homemade tortillas.
Can I Roll Out All the Tortillas at Once?
Yes! Just make sure to dust flour between the layers to prevent sticking. Rolling out all the dough balls at once can make the process more efficient.
Can I Freeze Homemade Flour Tortillas?
Yes! After cooling, place parchment paper between each tortilla and store them in a zipped plastic freezer bag labeled with the date. They can be thawed at room temperature and reheated in the microwave when ready to serve.
Enjoy your delicious homemade flour tortillas that are sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 cup water
- 5 tablespoons salted butter, cut into pea-sized pieces
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour and Kosher salt.
- Use a fork to combine the cubed butter pieces into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
- Gradually add the water, a little at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together. You may not need to use all of the water, depending on the humidity of your environment. The dough should be smooth and slightly tacky.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for a minute until it is smooth.
- Divide the dough into about 20 small balls and cover them with a damp towel. Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This step is important as it allows the gluten in the dough to relax, making it easier to roll out.
- After the dough has rested, heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle a little flour on your work surface and pick up one dough ball. Form it into a round disc with your hands.
- Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough from the center towards the edges, turning the disc slightly and repeating the process until you have a thin, 6-inch tortilla.
- Carefully transfer the tortilla to the heated skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, or until bubbles start to form on the surface and brown spots form on the bottom. Flip the tortilla and cook for another 20-30 seconds on the other side.
- Remove the cooked tortilla from the skillet and wrap it in a warm towel to keep it soft and pliable as you cook the remaining tortillas.
Serve the homemade flour tortillas warm and enjoy!
