Delicious Homemade Corn Tortillas
Experience the joy of making your own corn tortillas with this simple recipe! Soft, warm, and bursting with flavor, these tortillas are perfect for tacos, enchiladas, or enjoying with butter. You’ll impress family and friends alike as you elevate your meals with this authentic touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups masa harina
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon 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 2-3 minutes until soft and pliable. Adjust texture if needed.
- Divide dough into 12 equal balls (golf ball size), flatten them to about 1/8 inch thick using your hands or a tortilla press.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Stack cooked tortillas in a clean towel to keep warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg