Traditional Chilean Tortillas de Rescoldo

Delve into the heart of Chilean tradition with Tortillas de Rescoldo, a rustic flatbread infused with the smoky aroma of wood embers. Rooted in authentic Chilean cuisine, these tortillas evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia, often enjoyed at breakfast or during afternoon tea. The age-old technique of cooking directly in the embers not only imparts a distinct flavor but also transforms a simple dough into a culinary heritage.

Ingredients

🌾 500g All-purpose flour
🧂 10g Salt
🔺 5g Baking soda (Bicarbonato)
🌾 30ml Vegetable oil
💧 300ml Water

Instructions

1- Prepare the Fire:

• Start by collecting dry wood and chopping it into appropriate sizes.
• Build a fire in an open hearth, allowing it to burn down to a bed of hot embers.

2- Make the Dough:

• Place an ample amount of all-purpose flour in a wooden kneading trough or clean surface.
• Form a well in the middle.
• Add salt and baking soda to the well, followed by a drizzle of vegetable oil.
• Gradually incorporate the water, mixing until forming a cohesive dough.
• Knead the dough for approximately 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

3- Portion and Shape:

• Divide the dough into smaller portions using a knife.
• Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten to a round shape about ½ to ¾ inch thick.

4- Prepare the Cooking Bed:

• Using a spade, clear a space among the embers in the hearth to create a hotbed of ashes.
• Ensure an even distribution of glowing embers and warm ash for steady heat.

5- Cooking:

• Carefully place the shaped tortillas onto the hot embers.
• Cover them using warm ash.
• Allow the tortillas to cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally with the spade.

6- Remove and Clean:

• Use tongs or a spade to remove the tortillas once they achieve a golden-brown and charred texture.
• Brush off any remaining ash with a thick, clean cloth or oven mitt.

7- Serve:

• Transfer the warm tortillas to a cloth-lined basket to keep warm.
• Serve immediately for optimal flavor.

Prep Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
Total Time: Varies based on fire preparation; allow a few hours from start to finish
Servings: Varies based on portioning
Equipment:

• Wooden kneading trough
• Shovel/Spade
• Knife
• Analog kitchen scale
• Fireplace/Open hearth (cocina de humo)
• Basket with cloth
• Oven mitt/Thick cloth

Cooking Tips

• Maintained fire management ensures even cooking and ideal embers.
• Custom dough variations can be achieved by adding garlic or chicharrón.
• Knead the dough with devotion for better texture.

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Tortillas de Rescoldo

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