Homemade Flour Tortillas
These soft and pliable flour tortillas are easy to make at home with simple ingredients. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Large Non-stick Skillet
- Clean Kitchen Towel
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Warm Water Slightly warmer than room temperature
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 2 tablespoons Shortening Crisco or similar
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the warm water, vegetable oil, and shortening to the dry ingredients.
- Mix with a fork or your hands until a shaggy dough forms. Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal-sized balls.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a 6-inch circle using a rolling pin. Keep tortillas covered with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30-60 seconds per side, or until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Stack the cooked tortillas and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft.
Notes
For softer tortillas, let the dough rest for 30 minutes before rolling and cooking. You can also add a tablespoon of lard for extra flavor and tenderness.