make your own corn tortillas

Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
Somewhere, TX

There is nothing like a homemade tortilla vs. store-bought. This recipe is simple and quick.

yield 6 tortillas
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For make your own corn tortillas

  • 1 c
    masa harina
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 c
    water

How To Make make your own corn tortillas

  • 1
    Mix the masa harina with the salt and stir to combine. Add 1/4 cup water and then stir in enough of the remaining 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon at a time. Your goal is a soft dough.
  • 2
    Divide the dough into 6 pieces and shape each piece into a ball. Roll out each of the 6 pieces -- place between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and roll to a 6" round disc.
  • 3
    Using a nonstick skillet, over medium high heat, add a dough round and cook until the tortilla is speckled with brown and puffs slightly -- about 1" on each side.
  • 4
    Move each tortilla to a plate -- cover with a kitchen towel. Cook remaining tortillas.
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