⭐ Ingredients
(Makes about 10–12 medium tortillas)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- About ¾ cup warm water (add gradually if needed)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
Mixing them well helps create light and soft tortillas.
2️⃣ Mix in the Oil
Add the vegetable oil or melted butter to the flour mixture.
Use your fingers to rub it in until the texture resembles soft, crumbly sand.
3️⃣ Add Warm Water
Slowly pour the warm water into the bowl while mixing.
Continue stirring until the mixture comes together and forms a soft dough.
Tip:
- If the dough feels dry → add 1 tablespoon of water at a time.
- If the dough feels sticky → sprinkle in a little extra flour.
4️⃣ Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a clean surface and knead it for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly elastic.
This step helps the tortillas become flexible and tender.
5️⃣ Let the Dough Rest
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rest for 15–20 minutes.
Resting relaxes the gluten so the dough rolls out more easily.
6️⃣ Form the Tortillas
Divide the dough into 10–12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small ball.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll each ball into a thin round circle about 6–7 inches wide.
Tip: The thinner the dough, the softer your tortillas will be.
7️⃣ Cook the Tortillas
Heat a skillet or tawa over medium-high heat.
Cook each tortilla:
- 30–40 seconds on the first side until bubbles appear
- Flip and cook 20–30 seconds on the second side
The tortillas should puff slightly and develop light golden spots.
8️⃣ Keep Them Warm
Place the cooked tortillas inside a clean kitchen towel.
This keeps them warm, soft, and flexible while you cook the rest.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
These tortillas are perfect for:
- Tacos
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
- Wraps
- Shawarma-style rolls
- Breakfast wraps
🧀 Tips for the Best Tortillas
- Always use warm water for a softer dough.
- Allow the dough to rest properly for easier rolling.
- Avoid overcooking or the tortillas may become dry.
- Using butter instead of oil adds extra flavor.
🌾 Optional Variations
Whole Wheat Tortillas
Substitute half or all of the flour with whole wheat flour.
Add 1–2 extra tablespoons of water if the dough feels dry.
Garlic Herb Tortillas
Mix these into the dry ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or cilantro
Yogurt Tortillas
Replace some of the water with plain yogurt for extra softness and a slight tang.
