Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp lard or vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Cut in lard or shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add warm water while mixing until a rough dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into equal portions; roll each into an 8-inch circle on a floured surface.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat; cook each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg