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Fresh Flour Tortillas

originating in northern Mexico and beloved throughout the world, flour tortillas are versatile, delicious and practical. Fill them with beans, cheese, vegetables and meat for a hearty burrito, or flatten them out on a griddle for a crispy quesadilla dripping with melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  1. 1 lb 6oz sifted wheat flour
  2. 1/2 tsp baking powder
  3. 1/2 tsp baking soda
  4. 1.5 tsp salt
  5. 2 cups water
  6. 2 tbsp lard, butter or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients
  2. Combine water and oil with dry ingredients until a slightly stiff dough forms
  3. Leave dough to relax for 30 minutes
  4. Prepare fillings. I like sauteed onions and poblanos, but almost any vegetable combo will work: summer squash, bell peppers, and spinach are delicious options.  Here I also steamed spinach with garlic and a dash of salt. Season with cumin and coriander (optional)
  5. Melt your cheese into the beans and saute any protein of choice.
  6. Take 1/4 to 1/3 cup of dough and roll into a very thin round on a silpat  or other flat surface. Use plenty of flour to eliminate sticking. You may need to roll the tortillas with a rest in the middle. make sure to focus on rolling the edges out as they tend to be thicker than the middle.
  7. Preheat a 12-inch pan or griddle to medium high heat. Toast the tortilla for 2 minutes per side.
  8. Roll up your favorite fillings and enjoy!

 

  • Author: Ben Lester
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://localgrain.org/fresh-flour-tortillas-for-burritos-and-quesadillas/