Chewy Flour Tortilla Recipe - Made with Bacon Fat

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 tablespoons Bacon Fat (rendered from cooked bacon, strained)
• 2 tablespoons Shortening (vegetable shortening, solid)
• 1 cup Milk (whole milk, room temperature)

Instructions

1. Heat Milk and Fats

   Combine the milk, bacon fat, and shortening in a microwave‑safe container and heat until the fats are fully melted and the mixture is hot, about 2 minutes. Stir halfway through.

   Time: PT2M

2. Mix Flour and Wet Ingredients

   Place the sifted flour in a mixing bowl. Pour the hot milk‑fat mixture over the flour and stir with a spoon until just combined.

   Time: PT5M

3. Knead the Dough

   Flour your hands lightly and knead the dough in the bowl until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

4. Divide and Shape

   Portion the dough into 6‑8 equal balls (about 1‑1.5 oz each). Lightly flour each ball and set aside.

   Time: PT2M

5. Flatten the Tortillas

   Using your hands or a rolling pin, press each ball into a thin circle (about 6‑7 inches) on a lightly floured surface.

   Time: PT3M

6. Preheat the Skillet

   Place the cast‑iron skillet over medium‑high heat and let it become hot, about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

7. Cook the Tortillas

   Add a tortilla to the dry skillet. Cook for 30‑45 seconds until bubbles form, then flip and cook the other side another 30‑45 seconds. Remove and keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

   Time: PT5M

8. Rest and Serve

   Stack cooked tortillas and cover with a kitchen towel to stay soft. Serve warm with your favorite fillings.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

1 g