Flour Tortillas Diaz
Perfect for taco nights, wraps, or as the foundation for your favorite Mexican dishes, Flour Tortillas Diaz are a simple yet incredibly satisfying homemade staple. These soft and pliable tortillas are made with just five basic pantry ingredients—flour, baking powder, salt, vegetable shortening (or lard), and warm water—making them a budget-friendly alternative to store-bought options. The easy-to-follow recipe involves kneading the dough until smooth, rolling it thin, and cooking it to golden, bubbly perfection on a hot skillet. With a quick prep time of 20 minutes and yielding a dozen tortillas, these versatile flatbreads are ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Whether served warm and fresh off the skillet or reheated for convenience, these tortillas deliver authentic flavor and texture that elevate any meal.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.33 cup vegetable shortening or lard
- 1 cup warm water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients evenly with a whisk or fork.
Step 2
Add the vegetable shortening or lard to the dry ingredients. Use your hands or a pastry cutter to work the fat into the flour mixture until it resembles fine crumbs.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the warm water, a little at a time, while mixing the dough with your hands or a wooden spoon.
Step 4
Once the dough starts to come together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and let the dough balls rest for 15 minutes, covered with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
Step 6
Heat a large 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 tortilla (about 8 inches in diameter). Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
Step 8
Place the rolled-out tortilla onto the hot skillet. Cook for about 30-45 seconds, or until bubbles form and the bottom has light brown spots. Flip the tortilla and cook for another 30-45 seconds on the other side.
Step 9
Remove the cooked tortilla from the skillet and place it in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
Step 10
Serve the tortillas fresh, or let them cool and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat as needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 688.6 grams (688.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2005 |
| Total Fat 81.50g | 104% |
| Saturated Fat 18.50g | 93% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2815mg | 122% |
| Total Carbohydrate 276.80g | 101% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.80g | 35% |
| Total Sugars 0.80g | |
| Protein 37.20g | 74% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 49mg | 4% |
| Iron 17mg | 93% |
| Potassium 386mg | 8% |
Source of Calories