Praise the Goddess Flour Tortillas
Unleash your inner kitchen deity with these heavenly "Praise the Goddess Flour Tortillas"—a labor of love that delivers soft, warm, and perfectly pliable tortillas every time. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of vegetable shortening or lard, these homemade tortillas are kneaded to perfection for a velvety texture and rolled thin for that authentic, artisan feel. With just 20 minutes of prep, you'll have 12 golden tortillas ready to envelop your favorite fillings, from savory tacos to fresh wraps. Impressively easy to make yet undeniably divine, these tortillas are your new go-to for a fresh, homemade touch. Perfect for taco nights, meal prepping, or simply enjoying straight off the skillet—because nothing compares to homemade!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.333 cup Vegetable shortening or lard
- 1 cup Warm water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 2
Add the vegetable shortening or lard to the dry mixture. Use your hands or a pastry cutter to work the fat into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the warm water, a little at a time, while stirring with a fork or your hands to bring the dough together.
Step 4
Transfer the dough onto a clean, lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and cover them with a damp cloth to prevent drying out. Let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes.
Step 6
On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten each dough ball into a thin, round tortilla, approximately 7-8 inches in diameter.
Step 7
Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Place one tortilla onto the hot pan and cook for 30-45 seconds, or until bubbles form and golden spots appear on the underside.
Step 8
Flip the tortilla and cook for another 30-45 seconds on the other side. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
Step 9
Stack cooked tortillas on a plate and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm and soft until ready to serve.
Step 10
Serve your 'Praise the Goddess Flour Tortillas' immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (689.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2010.8 |
| Total Fat 82.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2814.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 276.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 37.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 385.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories