Fine Cooking's Flour Tortillas

Discover the art of homemade flatbreads with Fine Cooking's Flour Tortillas, a simple yet flavorful recipe that yields soft, pliable tortillas perfect for tacos, wraps, or dipping. Made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of lard or vegetable shortening, these tortillas boast an authentic flavor and delicate texture that elevate any meal. The step-by-step process includes kneading the dough to perfection and rolling it into thin, circular discs before cooking them on a hot skillet for that signature golden-speckled finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe makes 12 tortillas that can be enjoyed fresh or stored for later. Elevate your next Mexican-inspired meal with these irresistibly fresh flour tortillas, a versatile homemade alternative to store-bought options.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.33 cup lard or vegetable shortening
• 1 cup hot water

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the lard or vegetable shortening to the dry mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the fat into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Slowly add the hot water to the mixture, a little at a time, stirring with a spoon or your hands until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. If needed, add a small amount of flour to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 12 equal-sized portions. Roll each portion into a ball and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to rest for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Heat a large, dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out one dough ball into a thin, round circle, about 8 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Carefully place the rolled-out tortilla onto the preheated skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until bubbles form, and the bottom develops light golden spots. Flip and cook for another 20–30 seconds on the other side.

Step 9

Remove the tortilla from the skillet and place it in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.

Step 10

Serve the tortillas warm or allow them to cool completely. Store any leftovers in an airtight container or plastic bag at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(685.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2018.6

Total Fat 81.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 74.1mg	0%
Sodium 2826.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.6mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 385.9mg	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: 36.9%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 55.7%