Delicious Homemade Corn Tortillas
Experience the warm, comforting magic of homemade corn tortillas! These versatile creations are soft, slightly crisp at the edges, and perfect for cradling your favorite fillings, from spicy tacos to cheesy quesadillas. With just a few simple ingredients, you can elevate any meal and impress family and friends with your culinary skills. Let’s dive into this easy recipe that combines flavor, nostalgia, and simplicity!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 10 tortillas 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups masa harina
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (adjust as needed)
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix masa harina and salt. Gradually add warm water while stirring until a smooth dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until soft. If too dry, add more water a little at a time.
- Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- Flatten each ball between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper using a tortilla press or rolling pin until about 6 inches in diameter.
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until golden spots appear.
- Keep cooked tortillas warm by wrapping them in a clean kitchen towel.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg