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Authentic Mexican Tortillas Recipe

These homemade tortillas are soft, pliable, and perfect for tacos, burritos, or just enjoying with butter.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 tortillas
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup water
  • 3 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Gradually add the water and oil, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for a few minutes until smooth.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
  5. Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into a thin circle.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 1 minute on each side, or until brown spots appear.
  7. Keep tortillas warm in a towel until ready to serve.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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