Here is a relatively easy project that can deliver what may be the best tortillas you've ever had: Masa harina mixed with water and a little fat, left to rest for a while, then pressed and griddled. The recipe makes 12 to 16, enough for a taco party.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, project, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 12 to 16 tortillas
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the masa and salt in a bowl; stir in the oil. Slowly stream in the water while mixing with your hand or a wooden spoon until the dough comes together into a ball.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until it is smooth and elastic - just a minute or two. Wrap in plastic, and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or up to a few hours.
- Break off pieces of the dough (you're shooting for 12 to 16 tortillas total), and lightly flour them. Put them between 2 sheets of plastic wrap, and press them in a tortilla press, or roll them out or press them with your hands to a diameter of 4 to 6 inches. Begin to cook the tortillas as you finish pressing or rolling them.
- Put a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Cook the tortillas, 1 or 2 at a time, until brown spots appear on the bottom, about a minute. Flip, and do the same on the other side. Wrap the cooked tortillas in a towel to keep them warm; serve immediately, or cool and store tightly wrapped in the fridge for a few days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 63, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 43 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Moaz hamada
[email protected]These tortillas are a great way to add some homemade flavor to your next meal. They're easy to make and taste delicious.
Saqib Khankhan
[email protected]I've been making these tortillas for years and they're always a hit. They're so versatile and can be used for a variety of dishes.
Maryam Saeed
[email protected]These tortillas are the perfect addition to any Mexican dish. They're delicious, easy to make, and affordable.
Adamu Wilson
[email protected]I made these tortillas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Binod Kumar
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good corn tortilla recipe for a long time. These tortillas are delicious and easy to make.
Cynthia Coppedge
[email protected]These tortillas are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it. They're also a great way to save money.
Hayden Bucy
[email protected]I've tried other corn tortilla recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The tortillas are thin, pliable, and have a great flavor.
Larissa Entzminger
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses masa harina. It gives the tortillas a great flavor and texture.
Momin Mobile
[email protected]These tortillas are a great way to add some homemade flavor to your next meal. They're easy to make and taste delicious.
Saiful Islam Emon
[email protected]I've been making these tortillas for years and they're always a hit. They're so versatile and can be used for a variety of dishes.
Neva mckie
[email protected]These tortillas are the perfect addition to any Mexican dish. They're delicious, easy to make, and affordable.
Sandra Guizock
[email protected]I made these tortillas for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Ramjan Khalifa
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good corn tortilla recipe for a long time. These tortillas are delicious and easy to make.
Mix Achaar
[email protected]These tortillas were a hit with my family! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making these again.
samuel simon
[email protected]I was really impressed with how well these tortillas held up. I used them to make tacos and they didn't tear or break apart. They were also really tasty.
Twaha Ssendyowa
[email protected]I've tried making corn tortillas from scratch before, but they always turned out too thick and doughy. This recipe was perfect! The tortillas were thin, pliable, and had a great flavor.
OMID JOKER
[email protected]These tortillas were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly! I'm definitely going to be making these again.