Tortillas No. 3
These simple tortillas offer a taste of authentic Mexican cooking, perfect for beginners. Made with a blend of cornmeal and flour, these tortillas are easy to make at home. The combination of corn and wheat flour creates a slightly chewy texture, ideal for wrapping your favorite fillings. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cornmeal (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 cup All-purpose flour (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)
- 1/2 cup Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
- 2Cut in the butter (or shortening) into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
- 3Let the dough rest for at least 15 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, resulting in more tender tortillas.