Making your own tortillas at home not only allows you to customize the flavors and ingredients but also promises a taste sensation that's unparalleled.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted butter, lard, or oil and warm water into the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. It shouldn’t be shaggy anymore after kneading.
Rest the Dough: Shape the dough into 8 separate balls and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to form.
Roll Out the Tortillas: On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin, round tortilla, about 8 inches in diameter and 1/8th of an inch thick.
Cook the Tortillas: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once hot, cook each tortilla for about 30 second to 1 minute on each side, or until lightly golden brown spots appear. Cooking time may vary for your stovetop
Serve: Serve the homemade tortillas warm, either folded or wrapped around your favorite fillings. I love them with breakfast burritos!