Embark on a culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing spelt tortilla recipes! These delectable flatbreads, crafted with the goodness of wholesome spelt flour, offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your palate. From classic tortillas perfect for tacos and burritos to innovative variations infused with unique ingredients, this article presents a treasure trove of culinary creations. Discover the art of making soft and pliable tortillas from scratch, transforming simple ingredients into a versatile canvas for your favorite fillings. Unleash your creativity and explore the endless possibilities of spelt tortillas, whether you prefer them plain or adorned with herbs, spices, or a touch of sweetness. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes empower you to bring the authentic taste of Mexican cuisine into your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on a delicious adventure together!
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HOME MADE SPELT TORTILLAS
I read the labels on what I buy in the grocery store and I didn't much care for all the "extra" things I found in the packaged tortillas so I decided to make an executive decision and make my own. Now I'm so glad I did.
Provided by Jo Zimny
Categories Flatbreads
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Heat up your cast iron fry pan or tortilla grill on high heat. The grill has to be very hot. Mix all the ingredients together well.
- 2. Cover in a bowl, let sit in a warm place for 20 minutes.
- 3. Remove from the bowl and form into 8 equal sized balls. Let sit in a warm place for 20 minutes.
- 4. When time is up remove one ball at a time and roll out in a thin circle.
- 5. Put the rolled out tortilla on the grill and heat until you see bubbles on top of the tortilla. Check underneath to make sure it's not burning.
- 6. You should see little dark bubbles under the cooking tortilla, flip it over and cook for another 35-45 seconds or if smoke appears.
- 7. Repeat with each tortilla. Store them in a plastic bag wrapped in a moist paper towel. These will dry out if not kept moist.
- 8. Refrigerate in the bag with the moist paper towels until you are ready to serve. You can freeze these but remove the paper towel if you do.
- 9. When you serve these, top with whatever you enjoy on a tortilla, roll up and enjoy.
HOMEMADE SPELT FLOUR TORTILLAS
You can also use regular flour for this, but I got this from a friend and she uses freshly ground spelt berries for this. Spelt is lighter tasting than whole wheat and it's better for you than white. There's no shortening, so it's healthier, and no kneading.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 8 tortillas
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix all ingredients well.
- Cover and let sit in a warm place for 20 minutes.
- Divide into 8 equal parts and let sit, covered, another 20 minutes.
- Roll each ball out to a 6- or 7-inch circle shape. I've found it helps to flatten each ball with your hand. Then take the rolling pin and roll from the center outwards, back and forth a few times as you go around the circle. When it starts to get thinner, take your left hand (if you're right handed) and turn the tortilla a couple inches. Use your right hand to use the rolling pin (holding in the middle) and roll from the center outwards. Keep turning and rolling until it is paper thin.
- Preheat a skillet on medium high heat.
- Place a tortilla into the skillet and watch until bubbles form. This won't take long.
- After bubbles form, and the bottom is lightly brown (or there are darker spots), flip over, press down once or twice, and cook for about 30-45 seconds, or if smoke appears.
- Cook remaining tortillas, watching carefully, and place in a plastic bag, with wet paper towels in between them (or at least on top and bottom of stack) to keep them soft and moist.
- Refrigerate for later or remove the paper towels and freeze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.7, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 362, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.8
BLUE CORN AND SPELT TORTILLAS
Living in New Mexico inspires me to cook local foods. I came up with this hardly Tortilla recipe yesterday. I put chipotle seasoning and fresh cilantro right in the tortilla. We grew the maize in our garden and I ground it up to use in this recipe, and it gives the tortillas an interesting blueish colour. These could even be baked in the oven again to make tortilla chips.
Provided by Chef Joey Z.
Categories Breads
Time 50m
Yield 16 tortillas, 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a cast iron fry pan. Do not add any oil to the pan!
- In a food processor combine the flours, cilantro and chipotle season and give them a mix.
- Add the warm water and process again until you have a nice dough.
- When it's done turn out on a floured board and knead for about 3 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 16 balls.
- If you have a tortilla press it will make this much easier. Put the tortilla ball in between the stretch wrap and press. The tortillas came out about 4" around, so they aren't big.
- If you don't have a press, just roll the tortillas out. Put them in a dish covered with stretch wrap until you are ready to cook them.
- Removed the tortilla and place in the hot fry pan and when the edges curl a little flip it over and let it cook for another few seconds. Check to see if you have some browning, if you do and the tortilla is dry take it off and cool.
- Repeat the above until you have 16 tortillas.
- I used a little tortilla dish to reheat them in the microwave. This probably will be necessary because they do get stiff if they get cold.
- Serve with your favourite toppings.
- Bon Appetit!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 15.8, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 3.3
SPELT OR KAMUT TORTILLAS
Whole-wheat kamut and spelt create tortillas with a nuanced, nutty flavor and a sturdy (in a good way) texture, as well as sound nutritional benefits.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add sour cream and buttermilk, and mix with your hands until a dough forms. Turn onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for 5 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Cut dough into 4 equal pieces. Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll each piece into 8-inch rounds, less than 1/8 inch thick. Place tortillas on a parchment-lined baking sheet, layering parchment between each to prevent sticking. Cover with parchment, then with a damp kitchen towel. Let rest for 30 minutes (or cover and refrigerate overnight).
- Place a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook tortilla until brown spots appear, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate, and cover with parchment and then a damp towel. Repeat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 g, Cholesterol 5 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 130 g
Tips:
- Choose the right flour: Spelt flour is a great choice for tortillas because it is high in fiber and has a slightly nutty flavor. You can also use a blend of spelt flour and all-purpose flour.
- Use warm water: Warm water helps to activate the yeast and make the dough more pliable.
- Let the dough rest: After you have kneaded the dough, let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the gluten to relax and make the tortillas more tender.
- Roll out the dough thinly: The thinner you roll out the dough, the crispier the tortillas will be.
- Cook the tortillas over medium heat: Cook the tortillas over medium heat so that they have time to cook through without burning.
- Keep the tortillas warm: Wrap the tortillas in a damp cloth or place them in a tortilla warmer to keep them warm until you are ready to serve them.
Conclusion:
Homemade spelt tortillas are a delicious and healthy alternative to store-bought tortillas. They are easy to make and can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you are making tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, these tortillas are sure to be a hit. So next time you are in the mood for Mexican food, try making your own spelt tortillas. You won't be disappointed!
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