
Tortillas II Recipe
Fresh and tender wheat flour tortillas work beautifully for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, providing versatile bread that enhances any meal with homemade quality and authentic taste. This tortilla recipe creates superior results compared to store-bought versions while remaining simple enough for regular preparation. The homemade approach ensures perfect texture and flavor while the versatility makes these essential for Mexican cooking and meal planning throughout the week.

Fresh and tender wheat flour tortillas are great with breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon shortening
½ cup water
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine together flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
Add the water and mix until the dough can be gathered together. If necessary, add more water (1 teaspoon at a time) until the dough comes together. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll into rounds. On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten and stretch each round into a circle 7 inches across.
Cook on an ungreased skillet over medium high heat until brown spots begin to appear on the tortillas. Keep covered with a clean, dry towel until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
171 | Calories |
3g | Fat |
32g | Carbs |
4g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 171 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 3g | 3% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 3% |
Sodium 470mg | 20% |
Total Carbohydrate 32g | 12% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 4g | 9% |
Calcium 52mg | 4% |
Iron 2mg | 11% |
Potassium 45mg | 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.