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Flour Tortillas Stack of soft homemade flour tortillas wrapped in a linen cloth with fresh cilantro on a stone surface.

Soft Skillet Flour Tortillas

Warm, flexible flour tortillas made from simple pantry staples and cooked fresh on the stovetop.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 14
Course: bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 165

Ingredients
  

  • 3.3 cups all-purpose flour measured using spoon-and-level method
  • 1.7 teaspoons fine sea salt balances flavor throughout dough
  • 1.1 teaspoons baking powder helps create light texture
  • 1.1 cups hot water heated but not boiling
  • 0.37 cup butter softened and cut into small cubes

Method
 

  1. Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl, then mix in the butter pieces until dispersed. mix
  2. Gradually pour in the hot water while stirring until a soft dough comes together. mix
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth, then cover and let rest. prep
  4. Divide the rested dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a smooth ball. assemble
  5. Flatten each dough ball into a thin round using a rolling pin or tortilla press. assemble
  6. Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla until bubbles appear, flipping once and cooking briefly on the second side. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 45gCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 160IUCalcium: 28mgIron: 1.1mg

Notes

Freshly cooked tortillas bring comfort straight from the skillet, filling the kitchen with warmth and nostalgia. Simple ingredients, slow moments, and soft layers make these perfect for everyday meals or special gatherings.

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