Tortillas For Tacos
Soft, warm tortillas perfect for tacos, made from simple ingredients with a flaky texture and mild flavor, ideal for homemade Mexican-style meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in shortening until crumbly.
- Gradually add hot water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Divide dough into 8 balls and roll out like pie crust.
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook tortillas in the hot skillet until bubbles form and edges lift, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
325
kcal
16% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
Under 400 cal
Contains
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).