Healthy Cassava Flour Tortilla Recipe
These soft and pliable cassava flour tortillas are the perfect healthy addition to your food repertoire, ideal for tacos, wraps, or a creative alternative to bread. Made with simple ingredients, they are naturally gluten-free and have a stretchy texture that mimics traditional tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cassava flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2/3 cup warm water
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cassava flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- Incorporate Oil: Add the olive oil and use your hands to blend it into the dry mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Knead Dough: Gradually add the warm water and knead for 2-3 minutes. Initially sticky, the dough will become smooth and pliable as it absorbs the water.
- Divide and Shape: Split the dough into 6 equal portions. For uniform tortillas, flatten each piece using a tortilla press or by rolling between parchment paper into approximately 6-inch circles.
- Cook Tortillas: Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place a tortilla on the hot surface and cook for about 1 minute until it bubbles and starts to brown. Flip and cook the other side for an additional minute. Repeat for all tortillas.
Notes
The dough should feel like soft Play-Doh; adjust with more water if too dry or more flour if too sticky. Using a high-quality cassava flour, such as Otto's, improves texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 22gSodium: 99mgFiber: 2g
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