Whole Wheat Tortillas
Servings : 6
Categories : Breads Mexican Vegetarian
1 1/2 cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups Whole Wheat Flour
1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 cup Warm Water (110 F)
2 teaspoons Vegetable Oil
1/4 teaspoon Salt
These tortillas are lower in saturated fat, with no cholesterol and higher in
fiber than traditional tortillas prepared with lard and white flour. Cornstarch,
for dusting the tortillas Stir together the first 6 ingredients. On a floured
board knead until smooth. Divide dough into 12 equal balls. Dust lightly with
cornstarch. Roll into a circle as thin as possible on a lightly- floured board.
Drop onto a very hot ungreased griddle. Cook until brown spots appear on one
side. Turn and cook on second side. Yield: 12 large tortillas