Flour Tortillas

Name: Flour Tortillas
Prep time: 36 min
Cook time: 6 min
Yield: 30
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 1 kilo flour; 200 grams vegetable shortening; 1 1/2 tablespoons salt; 600 milliliters water, hot

Mara Alpizar

If you have always wanted to learn how to make flour tortillas, then don't miss this easy step-by-step recipe, as it guarantees tortillas that are soft, delicious, and perfect for making burritos, machaca tacos, and much more. Let’s dust off the rolling pin!

At Kiwilimón, we are fascinated with this type of tortilla, as unlike those made with corn, these tend to have a more subtle flavor that pairs very well with beans, cheese, grilled meat, guacamole, and much more. Get excited and learn how to make flour tortillas step by step!

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Published: 24-03-2025

Preparation

30 mins

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Medium

In a bowl, mix the flour, shortening, and salt until combined. Gradually pour in the hot water and continue mixing until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous dough. Divide into 50-gram portions and let rest for 15 minutes.