Homemade Soft Flour Tortillas
Homemade soft flour tortillas are a delicious and versatile addition to any meal. These warm, pliable tortillas are perfect for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or simply enjoyed on their own.
Servings: 6 tortillas
Calories: 80kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup water boiling hot
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Measure the flour into a mixing bowl. Add the salt. Mix well. Make a well in the center of the flour.1 cup whole wheat flour, ½ teaspoon salt
- Pour the oil and boiling water into the center of the bowl of flour. Use a spatula and mix the hot dough until it is smooth and forms a ball.½ cup water, 2 teaspoon olive oil
- Divide the ball of dough into six equal portions. Flatten them between parchment paper in the tortilla press to about 8 inches each.
- Preheat a skillet to medium high.
- Lay out a tortilla wrap onto the hot skillet. Lower the heat to medium and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until they are bubbly and lightly browned.
- Set cooked tortilla wrapper on a cloth dish towel or plate. Repeat process with remaining rolled out tortilla wrappers.
- If needing softened wrappers quickly, use a spray mister of water and spritz them lightly. They will soften for rolling naturally though if let to sit covered with a clean cloth dish towel. Serve with fajitas, make soft tacos, use a sandwich wraps.
Notes
- Use hot water: Incorporating hot water into the dough helps relax the gluten, making the tortillas soft and pliable.
- Rest the dough: Let the dough rest at least 20–30 minutes before rolling to prevent shrinkage and toughness.
- Roll evenly: Roll each tortilla to a consistent thickness to ensure even cooking and proper puffing. Use a tortilla press for the best results.
- Preheat the skillet: Cook tortillas on a hot, dry skillet or griddle for the best texture and light golden spots.
- Don’t overcook: Cook each side briefly—just until spots form—to keep the tortillas tender and flexible.
Nutrition
Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
