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Corn Tortilla Recipe

Corn Tortilla Recipe

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Learn how to make delicious homemade corn tortillas with this simple recipe. These tortillas are easy to prepare and perfect for your favorite Mexican dishes!

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 2 cups masa harina (corn flour for tortillas, e.g. Maseca)
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (approximate)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, combine masa harina and salt. Slowly add warm water while mixing with your hand until a soft, pliable dough forms. If it’s too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time. The dough should feel like soft playdough — not sticky, not crumbly.
  2. Shape the Tortillas: Divide the dough into 10–12 equal balls. Cover with a damp cloth to keep them from drying out. Use a tortilla press lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper, or flatten each ball with a rolling pin between two sheets of plastic.
  3. Cook the Tortillas: Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 40–60 seconds per side — it should lightly puff and get light brown spots.
  4. Serve: Stack cooked tortillas and wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft and warm until serving.

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