Chilean Tortilla

Discover the rustic charm of Chilean Tortilla, a traditional flatbread that’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and irresistibly satisfying. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of butter, this recipe comes together quickly with just 15 minutes of prep and another 15 minutes of cook time. Each tortilla is hand-shaped and pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a versatile bread that pairs beautifully with jams, soups, or stews. Perfect for savoring on its own or as a comforting side dish, these warm, flaky Chilean tortillas are a delightful taste of South American cuisine that’s sure to impress your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.75 cups water
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Add the unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers, gently rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the water, a little at a time, and mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until the consistency is correct.

Step 4

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it into a disk around 1/4-inch thick using a rolling pin or your hands.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, place a dough disk into the pan.

Step 7

Cook each tortilla for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown spots appear and the tortilla is crisp on the edges.

Step 8

Remove the cooked tortilla from the pan and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.

Step 9

Serve the Chilean tortillas warm. They can be enjoyed on their own, with butter or jam, or as a side dish to your favorite soup or stew.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(496.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1431.9

Total Fat 67.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1642.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 25.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 49.4mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 263.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 51.3%