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Tortillas are one of the staples of Mexican cuisine, served up fried as tacos, rolled into soft burritos or layered as enchiladas.
The history of tortillas dates back to 10,000 BC. Later, it was popularized when a peasant prepared this flat corn bread to the Mayan king.
Missionaries later spread the recipe for tortillas throughout California, and today flour tortillas are favored over white bread for their versatility and low fat content.
Hi, Im Jason Hill of Chef Tips outside the Mission Tortilla Factory in Anaheim. Lets head back to the kitchen and learn how to make homemade tortillas.
To prepare this flour tortilla recipe, you only need four ingredients: flour, baking powder, vegetable shortening or lard and salt.
First, stir 4 cups all purpose flour and 1/8 teaspoon baking powder in a large bowl. Next add 1/2 cup of shortening or lard into the mixture and work the fat into the flour with your hands.
Dissolve 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt into 1 1/2 cups of warm water. Drizzle this slowly into the flour mixture and mix until you have a soft dough. Knead for 1 minute, adding flour or small amounts of lukewarm water if needed. The dough should not be too wet or dry. Once it is at the right consistency, turn bowl over to cover the dough and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
Next, divide the dough into 12 pieces and form into balls. As you form and roll the balls, coat your hands with a little bit of shortening. Flatten and cover balls with plastic wrap and let rest for 20-30 minutes.
To prepare the tortillas, preheat a griddle over medium heat. Remove a flattened ball and roll it into a circle. A small rolling pin works well. Turn the dough around after each stroke with the rolling pin. Roll as thin as possible, stretching with your fingers if necessary.
Place each rolled tortilla on a hot cast iron skillet, pan or griddle and flip over every 15-20 seconds. Youll know its done when it develops brown spots on each side and it bubbles up.
Serve these warm tortillas with butter right off the pan. You can even sprinkle them with a bit of cinnamon sugar for a dessert treat.
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can i use butter …
can i use butter instead and how much measure can i put?
2:32 to 2:35 wow!
2:32 to 2:35 wow!
@xenomorph42 Thanks …
@xenomorph42 Thanks so much! More videos on the way!
@ammu600bieber …
@ammu600bieber Interesting. Sounds like tortillas and chapati are very similar. Thanks!
@holly2202 How did …
@holly2202 How did it go? Hope you enjoyed it!
@texasmom131
Hi.
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@texasmom131
Hi.
The amount is correct when making flour tortillas.
I’m curious. He …
I’m curious. He said “1/8 t. baking powder”. That seems a bit small, considering most biscuits and muffins I’ve made call for 2-3 teaspoons baking powder with 2 cups of flour. It also looks like a LOT more than 1/8 t in his little red cup at the left of the screen. I’m wondering if there might be some mistake.
Probably animal fat …
Probably animal fat, such as lard.
@sabzilicious
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@sabzilicious
Butter works too!
@taipeigas
Yes, …
@taipeigas
Yes, just wrap it air tight.
what if you use …
what if you use butter?
Is it possible to …
Is it possible to keep the dough mix in the fridge or freezer and just use a bit at a time as you need it?
@MilesB1975 Lard.. …
@MilesB1975 Lard.. they still taste better when you use lard. My favorite way to make them is using bacon grease though.
@MilesB1975
Haha! …
@MilesB1975
Haha! Good question!
sure looks simple …
sure looks simple enough. will try it and get back to you.
You think the …
You think the Aztecs or Mayans had Crisco shortening?
What did they use back in the day?
I’m going to try …
I’m going to try this tomorrow with mexican rice,black beans and chicken!!!! I’ll write black and let you know how it is.
My mother-in-law …
My mother-in-law makes them up and freezes them. To use, thaw and heat directly on gas burners. All the flavor comes back. She also uses lard for better flavor. Lard won’t hurt you as long as you’re not eating tons of it.
@69adrummer You …
@69adrummer You need to try fresh homemade. The difference in taste is amazing. Store bought tortillas are full of preservatives.
hey i am an indian …
hey i am an indian and what you actually made is a chapatti in india hope this comment didnt hurt you anyways thanx for bringing up this video
“Favored for their …
“Favored for their versatility and low fat content” what what?
Delicious and versatile, yes. Low fat content? Not so much!
Thank you so much …
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve always wanted to know how to make tortillas 
Missions are my …
Missions are my favorite! Consistent good quality, great flavor, and always soft!! Not too thick either! yumm!
@msannatsem
Good …
@msannatsem
Good question. I have not baked these, but they should cook up on a sheet pan in the oven. Nacho chips are usually deep fried in oil.
@cayoteugly14
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@cayoteugly14
Hello.
I have used butter and I used the same amount that I use in this video.