Tortillas No. 4
These homemade tortillas offer a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine, perfect for creating delicious enchiladas or enjoying with your favorite fillings. The recipe uses a combination of corn and flour, resulting in a tender yet sturdy tortilla. The cooking method on an ungreased iron gives them a slightly charred flavor, adding to their appeal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Corn, ground into a smooth paste (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 cup Flour
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- as needed Butter (or lard), melted and salted (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture. Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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Instructions
- 1Combine the corn paste, flour, melted butter (or shortening), and salt in a bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2Heat an ungreased iron griddle or skillet over medium heat. If using flour, roll out the dough on a board. Place a small pie tin on the dough and cut around the edge to form a circle. Lift the tortilla with a pancake turner. Cook each tortilla on the hot griddle for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until lightly browned and cooked through.
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