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Homemade Flour Tortillas

Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas with a warm, soft texture and a light, slightly buttery flavor complemented by a touch of salt.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Dough Rest 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable shortening cut into pieces
  • 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon warm water 110 degrees
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Mix flour and salt in a large bowl.
  • Rub shortening into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually add warm water, stirring until dough forms.
  • Knead dough briefly until smooth and elastic.
  • Divide dough into 1 1/2-inch balls, about 2 1/2 tablespoons each.
  • Cover dough balls with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 mins or up to 3 days.
  • Lightly flour a clean surface and roll each ball into an 8-inch round.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low with a small amount of vegetable oil.
  • Cook tortilla until it bubbles, about 1 min.
  • Flip and cook the other side until browned and puffed, about 1 min.
  • Transfer to a plate and cover with a dish towel to keep warm.
  • Repeat for remaining dough rounds.
  • Cool tortillas and layer between parchment paper.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Microwave on 50% power for 10-20 seconds to reheat.