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Tortillas are simple flatbreads that work well with many dishes. Made with wheat or corn flour, they’re easy to prepare at home using just a few ingredients.
Traditionally, tortillas are made by kneading dough, rolling it out thin, and frying each one individually, which can be time-consuming. This recipe simplifies the process, making it quicker and easier to enjoy fresh homemade tortillas.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil for the dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for molding
- 2 cups white flour
How to Make Tortillas from Scratch
- Pour the water into a bowl to knead the dough. Pour in the salt, pour in the olive oil. Add the flour and knead the dough immediately. The dough should not stick to your hands. Allow the dough to rest in the bowl for 30 minutes under cling film.
- Divide the dough into 6 portions. Roll each part into a ball and flatten the ball into a tortilla with your hand. Brush the blanks with olive oil.
- Stack the pieces and roll the whole stack into a layer the diameter of your pan. We have an 11-inch diameter pan. You get 6 tortillas in one layer.
- Heat up the skillet, lay out all the tortillas and fry the bottom product until the bottom product has appetizing spots, about 1 minute.
- Flip the entire stack over and remove the top already cooked tortilla. It is cooked, one side of it is toasted and the other side is pale but not raw.
- Turn the stack over and remove the tortillas until all are cooked.
And it’s as simple as that. Now you have homemade tortilla.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some serving suggestions:
- Tacos: Fill with your favorite proteins, veggies, and toppings for a classic taco night.
- Burritos: Wrap up beans, rice, meat, and cheese for a hearty meal.
- Quesadillas: Add cheese and fillings, fold, and cook until golden and melted.
- Wraps: Use as a base for sandwich-style wraps with deli meat, lettuce, and spreads.
- Enchiladas: Roll tortillas around a filling, top with sauce and cheese, and bake.
- Tostadas: Fry or bake until crisp, then top with beans, meat, and fresh veggies.
- Soup Accompaniments: Serve alongside soups or stews for dipping.
- Breakfast: Fill with eggs, bacon, and avocado for breakfast burritos or tacos.
- Desserts: Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, fry, and serve with honey or chocolate sauce.
How to Store Tortillas
Store homemade tortillas in an airtight bag for up to three days. You can also freeze the products and reheat them on a griddle afterward.
Recipe Tips
If you want elasticity, add one teaspoon of leavening agent to the batter, and lightly splash the tortillas with water after baking.
Add dried aromatic herbs such as oregano, garlic powder or a little nutmeg to the dough to give the homemade tortillas flavor.
Replace the water with kefir, milk or yogurt for a soft and tender texture.
