Tortillas de Queso

12m
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
  2. 2Add a quarter cup of melted unsalted butter and a cup and a half of hot water.
  3. 3Mix until a dough forms; add more water if needed.
  4. 4Divide the dough into 2 ounce portions, roll into smooth balls, and flatten into discs.
  5. 5Stuff each disc with your favorite cheese, seal, and shape into balls again.
  6. 6Lightly flour your surface and roll out each dough ball from the center outwards, rotating a quarter turn after each roll to keep it round and even.
  7. 7Avoid making them too thick or too thin.
  8. 8Preheat your comal or frying pan over medium heat.
  9. 9Cook the tortillas until they puff up like pillows, flipping halfway through.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1.5 cup hot water
  • 1 your favorite cheese

Equipment

bowlmeasuring cupswhiskrolling pincomal or frying pan