Homemade Flour Tortillas Recipe

Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for homemade flour tortillas:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted lard

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
2. Gradually add the warm water and oil (or melted lard) to the flour mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into balls.
5. Cover the dough balls with a clean kitchen towel and let them rest for about 15-20 minutes.
6. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
7. On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin circle, about 6-8 inches in diameter.
8. Carefully place the rolled-out tortilla onto the hot skillet and cook for about 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side, or until lightly browned and bubbles start to form.
9. Transfer the cooked tortillas to a plate and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.
10. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls until all the tortillas are cooked.
11. Serve the homemade flour tortillas warm with your favorite fillings or dishes.

Enjoy your homemade flour tortillas!