Grandma’s Mexican Flour Tortillas with Warm Melted Butter
Authentic, soft, and thin homemade flour tortillas made with simple ingredients. Perfectly charred on a comal and served with rich melted butter.
- Prep Time: 55 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 tortillas
- Category: Bread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup lard or unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups warm water
Warm melted butter for serving
Instructions
1. Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl.
2. Incorporate fat until it reaches a crumb-like texture.
3. Add warm water and knead into a smooth dough.
4. Divide into 12-16 balls (bolitas).
5. Rest dough balls for 45 minutes under a towel.
6. Roll each ball into a thin 8-inch circle.
7. Cook on a hot comal for 30-45 seconds per side.
8. Keep warm in a towel and serve with melted butter.
Notes
Do not skip the 45-minute rest; it ensures the tortillas are easy to roll.
Use a cast iron skillet for the best heat distribution.
Store in a sealed bag to keep them soft.
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