Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp lard or vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Cut the lard into the dry mixture using a fork until crumbly.
- Gradually add warm water while mixing until it forms a soft dough.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead gently for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 10-12 equal balls and cover with a damp cloth for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat. Roll each ball into thin circles and cook on the skillet for about 1 minute on each side until lightly browned.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg