Homemade Corn Tortillas

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Homemade Corn Tortillas.

1. Step 1

   In a spacious bowl, mix masa harina with kosher salt, creating a harmonious blend.

2. Step 2

   Gradually introduce hot tap water, using your fingers to combine until the dough starts to form.

3. Step 3

   Knead the mixture for a few minutes until it achieves a smooth, modeling clay-like consistency.

4. Step 4

   If the dough feels dry, add a splash more water; if it’s too sticky, sprinkle in extra masa harina.

5. Step 5

   To keep the dough from drying out, cover it with a damp towel and let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes.

6. Step 6

   While the dough relaxes, prepare your tortilla press by cutting a zip-top bag into two rounds that fit snugly inside.

7. Step 7

   Place one round at the bottom of the press.

8. Step 8

   Lay a clean kitchen towel over a pie dish to catch the warm tortillas later.

9. Step 9

   Take a small piece of dough, roughly the size of a 1 1/2-inch ball, and remove the top piece of plastic from the tortilla press.

10. Step 10

    Position the dough ball in the center of the bottom round, then cover it with the top piece of plastic.

11. Step 11

    Close the press firmly, applying even pressure until the tortilla flattens to your preferred thickness.

12. Step 12

    Gently peel away the top plastic, aligning your dominant hand's index finger with the edge of the tortilla.

13. Step 13

    Flip it into your other hand, carefully removing the plastic.

14. Step 14

    Slide the tortilla, palm-up, into a hot, dry skillet set over medium to medium-high heat.

15. Step 15

    Cook the first side for 30 to 45 seconds, then flip and cook the second side for about 1 minute.

16. Step 16

    Press down lightly with a spatula until the tortilla puffs slightly, then cook for an additional 30 seconds.

17. Step 17

    Flip once more and give it a quick 5 to 10 seconds on the heat.

18. Step 18

    Transfer the cooked tortilla to the pie dish and fold the towel over it to keep it warm.

19. Step 19

    Continue this process with the remaining dough, stacking and wrapping the tortillas as you go.

20. Step 20

    Finally, let the stack of wrapped tortillas rest for at least 15 minutes, allowing them to become soft and pliable, ready to elevate your meal to new heights.

21. Step 21

    Enjoy the delightful aroma and the satisfaction of homemade tortillas!.