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Sourdough Discard Tortillas

Sourdough Discard Tortillas: Soft, Chewy, and Waste-Free!

Learn how to make soft and chewy sourdough discard tortillas that are easy, waste-free, and perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 16 tortillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • ½ cup Water Ensure it's at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup Sourdough Starter Can be active or inactive.
  • cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Kosher Salt Table salt can be used if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Vital for a tender texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Skillet or cast-iron pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine ½ cup of room temperature water and 1 cup of sourdough starter in a medium bowl.
  2. Mix 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of coarse kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder in a large bowl.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the dry mixture and mix until clumpy, then stir in the water and starter mixture.
  4. Flour a clean surface and knead the dough for about 1 minute until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  6. Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and roll each into a ball; let them rest for another 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat a skillet over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes.
  8. Roll each dough ball into a thin circle about 6-8 inches in diameter.
  9. Cook each rolled tortilla on the skillet for about 1 minute per side until bubbles form.
  10. Stack cooked tortillas on a plate, covering with a towel to keep warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tortillaCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 2gCalcium: 1mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Allow the dough to rest adequately after kneading to achieve the best results. Store tortillas with parchment paper in between if freezing.

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