Delicious Gluten-Free Tortillas
Enjoy the incredible flavors and flexibility of these gluten-free tortillas! Perfectly soft and pliable, they are ideal for wraps, tacos, or simple snack options. This recipe is inspired by a fantastic find from the Living Without website. Whether you enjoy them warm or cold, these tortillas make it easy to take your favorite fillings to work or enjoy them at home. The combination of rice flour, potato starch, and various legume flours ensures a tasty and nutritious option that everyone will love!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
rice flour
1 cup (none)
potato starch
1/3 cup (none)
tapioca flour
1/3 cup (none)
fava bean flour
1/3 cup (none)
xanthan gum
2 teaspoons (none)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (none)
sugar
1/2 teaspoon (none)
salt
1 1/4 teaspoons (none)
vegetable shortening
2 tablespoons (none)
warm water
3/4 - 1 cup (heated)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients: rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, fava bean flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2
Use a pastry blender, two knives, or your fingers to cut in the vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Gradually add the warm water, starting with 3/4 cup. Mix well until a soft and cohesive dough forms, adding more water if necessary.
4
Divide the dough into 6-8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
5
On a surface lightly dusted with corn starch, use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a round disk, approximately 1/8 inch thick and 8 inches in diameter or to your desired thickness.
6
Preheat a comal, griddle, or skillet over medium heat.
7
Cook each tortilla one at a time, placing it on the hot surface. Cook until the surface begins to bubble, then flip it over and cook until the other side has light brown flecks. This process should take just a few minutes.
8
Stack the cooked tortillas in a tortilla keeper or wrap in a clean cloth to keep warm until serving.
9
For storage, allow the tortillas to cool and then place them in a sealed plastic bag to freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicious Gluten-Free Tortillas?
These are soft and pliable tortillas made using a blend of gluten-free flours, perfect for wraps, tacos, and snacks.
Are these tortillas suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Yes, they are specifically formulated with rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, and fava bean flour to be 100% gluten-free.
Which flours are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of rice flour, potato starch, tapioca flour, and fava bean flour.
Is there a binding agent used in the dough?
Yes, 2 teaspoons of xanthan gum are used to provide elasticity and structure to the gluten-free dough.
How much vegetable shortening is required?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of vegetable shortening.
What is the best way to incorporate the shortening?
Use a pastry blender, two knives, or your fingers to cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.
How much water should I add to the mix?
Start with 3/4 cup of warm water and add more gradually up to 1 cup until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
How many tortillas does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 6 to 8 tortillas.
What size should I roll the tortillas?
Each portion should be rolled into a round disk approximately 8 inches in diameter.
How thick should the tortilla dough be?
The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
What can I use to prevent sticking while rolling?
Lightly dust your work surface with corn starch to prevent the dough from sticking to the surface or rolling pin.
What equipment do I need to cook the tortillas?
You can use a comal, a griddle, or a skillet.
What heat setting is recommended for cooking?
The tortillas should be cooked over medium heat.
How do I know when to flip the tortilla?
Flip the tortilla once the surface begins to bubble.
What should the finished tortilla look like?
The finished tortilla should have light brown flecks on both sides.
How long does it take to cook each tortilla?
The cooking process for each tortilla should take just a few minutes.
How should I keep the tortillas warm after cooking?
Stack the cooked tortillas in a tortilla keeper or wrap them in a clean cloth.
Can these gluten-free tortillas be frozen?
Yes, once cooled, place them in a sealed plastic bag and freeze for up to three months.
Are these tortillas vegetarian?
Yes, the ingredients listed are suitable for a vegetarian diet.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar is included in the dry ingredients.
How much salt is used?
The recipe requires 1 1/4 teaspoons of salt.
Can I use these for meal prep?
Absolutely, they are great for making ahead and can be enjoyed warm or cold in lunches.
What is the purpose of baking powder in this recipe?
Baking powder helps the tortillas achieve a slightly lighter texture.
Can I eat these tortillas cold?
Yes, they remain soft and pliable enough to be enjoyed cold or warm.
Where did the inspiration for this recipe come from?
This recipe was inspired by a find from the Living Without website.
What makes these tortillas nutritious?
The use of various legume flours like fava bean flour adds nutritional value compared to standard flour tortillas.
Do I need a special mixer for the dough?
No, a large mixing bowl and manual mixing are sufficient to form the dough.
Is tapioca flour the same as starch?
In this context, tapioca flour (often called tapioca starch) is used as 1/3 cup of the dry blend.
What is the first step in making the tortillas?
The first step is to whisk together all the dry ingredients including flours, gum, powder, sugar, and salt.
Can I use these for tacos?
Yes, they are ideal for tacos because they are soft and easy to fold.