How to Knead Flour Tortilla Dough

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Discover the joy of making your own flour tortillas with this straightforward recipe. Perfect for wraps, tacos, or just enjoying with some butter, these tortillas are a staple in many cuisines. Follow along for a step-by-step guide to knead, shape, and cook the perfect tortilla.

Ingredients

🌾 4 cups white all-purpose flour, King Arthur
🧂 1 ½ teaspoons salt, Morton
🥄 2 teaspoons baking powder, Clabber Girl
🧈 ¼ cup shortening, Crisco
🚰 1 ½ cups water

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.
Stir well to ensure they are evenly mixed.

2- Incorporate the Shortening:

Add the shortening to the dry ingredients.
Using your fingers, work the shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

3- Add Water:

Gradually pour in the water while mixing with your hand or a sturdy spatula.
Continue to mix until the dough begins to come together.

4- Knead the Dough:

Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead by hand for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
If using a stand mixer, use the dough hook attachment on medium speed for about 5-8 minutes, KitchenAid Stand Mixer.

5- Rest the Dough:

Cover the dough with a damp kitchen towel.
Let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the gluten to relax for easier rolling.

6- Divide and Shape:

After resting, divide the dough into 16 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a ball by hand.

7- Roll out the Tortillas:

Use a rolling pin to roll out each dough ball on a lightly floured surface until thin and about 8 inches in diameter.
Keep the tortillas covered between sheets of parchment paper to prevent drying out.

8- Cook the Tortillas:

Heat a dry non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat, Lodge Cast Iron Skillet.
Place a tortilla in the pan and cook for about 30 seconds on each side, or until brown spots appear.
Remove and keep warm under a cloth. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: Makes 16 tortillas
Calories: Approximately 110 per tortilla
Proteins: 2g
Fats: 3g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Equipment:

Stand Mixer, KitchenAid (optional)
Non-stick or cast iron skillet, Lodge Cast Iron Skillet
Rolling pin

Cooking Tips:

Ensure your pan is hot before adding the tortilla for proper cooking.
If the tortillas are sticking, sprinkle a little more flour on your rolling surface.

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