How To Make Authentic Mexican Tortillas
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
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Slowly add warm water while stirring with a spoon until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth.
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Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
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Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
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Roll out each ball into a thin, round tortilla shape using a rolling pin.
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Place the tortilla on the hot skillet and cook for about 30 seconds on each side until lightly browned and puffy.
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Remove from heat and keep warm in a clean kitchen towel.
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Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining dough balls.
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Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 236kcal
- Total Fat : 5g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Sodium : 293mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Protein : 5g
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