Scrambled Eggs, Cheese, and Avocado Tortilla Bowl Recipe
September 16, 2025
Thick-Style Flour Tortillas Recipe
Thick-style flour tortillas provide healthier alternatives to traditional recipes by using canola oil instead of lard or vegetable shortening while maintaining authentic texture and flavor. This improved recipe creates substantial tortillas with satisfying thickness that holds fillings beautifully while the canola oil substitution reduces saturated fats without compromising taste. The thick style makes these perfect for hearty burritos and substantial Mexican meals requiring sturdy tortillas.
Most flour tortillas use lard or vegetable shortening as one of the ingredients. This recipe uses canola oil with the same great tortilla taste. A great alternative for those of you who are allergic to soy products. Add a bowl of green chili and then get ready to sop it up with a tasty tortilla. Store tortillas in the refrigerator in a gallon-size plastic bag or place in the freezer.
Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
2 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
37 mins
Servings:
14
Yield:
14 8-inch tortillas
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Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups warm water, or more as needed
¼ cup canola oil
Directions
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.
Combine water and canola oil in a separate bowl. Mix into the flour mixture with a fork until dough forms a ball, adding 1/4 cup water if dough is too dry.
Knead dough until smooth, 3 to 4 minutes. Divide into 14 egg-size balls. Cover bowl with a cotton towel. Let dough rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
Roll 1 ball dough into an 8-inch tortilla on a floured work surface. Repeat with remaining dough.
Preheat an ungreased cast iron griddle on medium-high heat. Place 1 tortilla on the hot griddle; cook until browned spots form, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate; cover with a cotton towel to keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas, stacking them under the towel.
Cook’s Note:
To reheat tortillas, place in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 166 | Calories |
| 4g | Fat |
| 27g | Carbs |
| 4g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 14 | |
| Calories 166 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
| Sodium 237mg | 10% |
| Total Carbohydrate 27g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 4g | 7% |
| Calcium 45mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 9% |
| Potassium 39mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
