TORTILLAS

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Make and share this Tortillas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup shortening or 1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup lukewarm water

Steps:

  • Put flour, salt, and baking powder into a mixing bowl.
  • Mix the shortening or oil into the flour mixture until it forms pea-size balls.
  • Add the lukewarm water, a little at a time, until the dough is soft and pliable.
  • On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth, for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Place in a bowl, cover with a clean dish towel, and let it"rest" for 30 minutes.
  • Knead dough and form 8 to 10 balls.
  • Roll them out as thin and round as possible.
  • Preheat an ungreased griddle or cast-iron frying pan.
  • Cook tortillas on griddle one at a time, flipping when a bubble forms (less than a minute).
  • Put cooked tortillas in a plastic bag until ready to serve, to keep them warm and soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.4, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 303.1, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.2

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