I thought making homemade tortillas would be very difficult and reading instructions on the net I was puzzled if I should attempt to make them or not, as a cast iron skillet was required which I do not have.
My friend Ben, of What’s Cooking, is hosting an event Homemade #4 - Tortillas, so at least I wanted to give them a try even if I failed making them. To prepare the tortillas I was going to use my sautéing pan.
The procedure was very easy and the dough was easy to manage. I had a bit difficulty in getting them round but when I rolled out the dough I put a plate on top and cut the remaining dough.
I got the idea of making them with sun dried tomatoes from a packet of tortillas I bought at the supermarket to make Fajitas on Cinco di Mayo and reading the ingredients I read that they used sun dried tomatoes, paprika and red peppers so I decided to recreate them without using the peppers as I did not have enough.
Homemade whole wheat tortillas with sun dried – Recipe by Ivy
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 1 - 2 minutes each
Makes: 8 tortillas
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Ingredients: |
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1 |
Cup |
Whole wheat flour |
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1 |
Cup |
All purpose flour |
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½ |
Cup |
sun dried tomatoes (12) |
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1 |
Tsp |
Baking powder |
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½ |
Tsp |
Salt |
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1/2 |
Tsp |
Sweet paprika |
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2 |
Tbsp |
Olive oil |
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½ |
Cup |
Water |
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Directions: |
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In a food processor mash the sun dried tomatoes and add a couple tbsp water if necessary. |
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In a large bowl add the flour, baking powder, salt, paprika and olive oil and mix. Add the tomatoes and mix well. Start adding the water gradually until the dough does not stick on your hands or on the mixer bow. |
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Fold the dough in cling film and leave it to rest for half an hour. |
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Divide dough in eight equal pieces and shape into small balls. |
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Roll out each ball as thinly as possible using some extra flour to dust the dough and the surface. |
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Heat your sauteing pan and brush it with a few drops of olive oil and cook for about 1 minute on each side. (While it is cooking keep preparing the next one). |
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Wrap them in a kitchen napkin to keep them warm. |
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To make the Fajitas, I already had some leftover roasted pork from lunch, so I cut it into smaller pieces and in a skillet I sauteed 1 onion finely chopped and then added some peppers (red, yellow, green) and for seasoning I used some garlic powder, boukovo (Greek chili flakes) cumin, hot paprika, salt and pepper and finally I added the meat.
I did not have any sour cream or queso fresco to serve it with but I served it with a delicious Greek cream cheese which is called Katiki Domokou.
This cheese is made with goat and ewe milk and is usually eaten as a starter, in a salad or on its own with bread, perfect as a mezes with white wine.
Tags: Fajitas, Flatbreads, Mexican, Tortillas
May 24th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
Oh, this looks so delicious!
I’ve been meaning for a long time now to make tortillas (or at least try) and maybe now is the right moment;)
Konstantina
May 24th, 2009 at 9:26 pm
I think toritilas are almost like the rotis we make in India, this looks eally good ivy.
May 24th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
This is totally cool….. I have made a couple of times of tortilla, but most time just with normal wheat flour. Sundried tomatoes in the tortilla wraps is innovative.
May 24th, 2009 at 11:23 pm
Mmmmmhhh, that’s something I love! A wonderful dish!
Cheers,
Rosa
May 24th, 2009 at 11:51 pm
YUM! You know, even before I read your post, I was thinking last night about making homemade tortillas. I made them years ago and they were really tasty. Not pretty, but tasty. Yours look beautiful as well as delicious!
May 24th, 2009 at 11:59 pm
Wow! Very nice. Maybe I’ll try to make tortillas one of these days. I also like the idea of adding sun dried tomatoes to the dough.
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May 25th, 2009 at 12:17 am
Great looking tortillas there Ivy - you certianly get a high distinction on these. I have never made them from scratch - so double ticks here.
May 25th, 2009 at 12:24 am
You did a very good job, Ivy…bravo! (P.S. I used a regular skillet too.)
May 25th, 2009 at 2:50 am
Ivy I’m impressed! These look fantastic and I do have most of the ingredients on hand…love the use of sun dried tomatoes.
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May 25th, 2009 at 4:13 am
Great that u made tortillas at home! And I missed so many of your posts!Will check now..
May 25th, 2009 at 4:13 am
Tortillas look perfect. You made it like a pro! Fajitas look great ttoo!!
May 25th, 2009 at 4:14 am
Like HC said, it is similar to rotis/chapathis, made almost eveyday at every Indian home.Love the fajitas..
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May 25th, 2009 at 9:22 am
Oh wow love that cheesy topping…….Looks droolworthy….
May 25th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Wow these are so healthy and delicious..never thought of making whole wheat tortillas..:)
May 25th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
I’ve never made tortillas, but now I want to try! The added sun-dried tomatoes sound fantastic. Yours look great!
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May 25th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
Oh Ivy, these are wonderful tortillas. So is the fajita recipe. Can I come over for dinner???
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May 25th, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Bravo Ivy! Very nice :D, your tortillas look delicious!!! I still have to try, but if you say it’s easier than you thought, then I’m rolling my sleeves up!
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May 25th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
Wow, Homemade tortilla? You are amazing, I bet they taste 100x better than the ready made ones.
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May 26th, 2009 at 3:27 am
I have never made homemade tortillas. THey look great. I need to try sometime.
May 26th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Great job Ivy! Tortillas are really not difficult to make and after the first few times they come out nice and round. I like the plate idea, LOL. Everything about that dinner sounds amazing, I have to try that Greek cream cheese sometime, if I can find it over here!
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May 26th, 2009 at 7:18 pm
I too am extremely impressed Ivy! I’ve never attempted to make my own tortillas — always end up buying some instead. These look great and I will soon follow in your footsteps and whip up a batch.
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May 26th, 2009 at 11:59 pm
Wow Ivy such a healthy and a easy to make dish!!! I wish I could have some now!!! I loved your cake too but was not able to comment for some reason!!! it was yummy and mouthwatering!!!
May 27th, 2009 at 2:59 am
Great looking tortillas, Ivy! I love the look of the filling, too. I think you should get a cast iron skillet because every foodie needs new toys once in a while and i use mine a TON.
June 17th, 2009 at 7:10 pm
Oooo we love tortillas and fajitas. Never tried with sun-dried tomatoes … will have to try! Lovely Ivy!
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