CORN TORTILLAS/TACO SHELLS
A Mexican meal is just not complete without some tortillas to butter or wrap around fillings. Tortillas can be found on Mexican tables and at nearly every meal.
Provided by Karen From Colorado
Categories Breads
Time 40m
Yield 12 tortillas
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine masa harina with water.
- Mix with hands until dough is moist but holds its shape.
- Add more water if needed.
- Let dough rest for 15 minutes.
- Divide dough into 12 balls.
- Dampen dough slightly with water.
- Using a tortilla press or a flat baking dish, press dough between two pieces of waxed paper to a 6 inch round.
- Carefully peel off the top sheet of paper.
- Place tortilla, paper side up, on a hot ungreased griddle or skillet.
- Gently peel off remaining paper.
- Cook for 30 seconds or until edges begin to dry.
- Turn and cook until surface appears puffy.
- Repeat with remaining dough balls.
- To make taco shells: In a heavy skillet heat 1/4 inch cooking oil.
- Fry each tortilla 10 seconds or until limp.
- With tongs, fold tortilla in half and continue frying holding edges apart.
- Cook 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 minutes more or until crisp, turning once.
- Drain on paper towels.
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Nana Zahra,u Ado
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of corn tortillas, but these taco shells were actually pretty good. They were crispy and flavorful, and they held up well to all the taco fillings.
Shahzaib Nadeem
[email protected]These taco shells were okay, but I've had better. I think I'll stick to my regular recipe next time.
Hero Divl
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. The taco shells were a complete failure.
birhanie fanos
[email protected]These taco shells were a huge disappointment. I followed the recipe carefully, but they just didn't turn out right.
Malook Soomro
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my taco shells turned out flat and dense. They didn't have the nice puffy shape that I was hoping for.
Brooklyn Lacy mccorkle
[email protected]These taco shells were a waste of time. They were tough and chewy, and they didn't taste good at all.
anisul hoque mamun
[email protected]I had a hard time getting the taco shells to cook evenly. Some of them were burnt while others were still raw.
Sanwal Saleem
[email protected]The taco shells were a little bland. I think I'll add some salt and chili powder to the masa harina next time.
Demoz L
[email protected]These taco shells were a bit too thick for my taste, but they were still good. I'll try rolling them out thinner next time.
ryan pudlitzke
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the taco shells turned out great. I'm definitely going to be making these again.
Hipolito Badillo
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these taco shells would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were crispy and flavorful, and they held up well to all the taco fillings.
Tufa Minhaj
[email protected]These taco shells were a little more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They were so delicious and fresh.
md every
[email protected]I love the fact that these taco shells are gluten-free. It makes them a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Ashley Lo Tempio
[email protected]I've been making these corn tortilla taco shells for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for tacos, burritos, and even nachos.
Feroz Khokhar
[email protected]These taco shells are so much better than the store-bought kind. They're fresher, tastier, and healthier.
Muhammaddiyor Yigitaliyev
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses only a few simple ingredients. I always have masa harina on hand, so it's easy to whip up a batch of these taco shells whenever I need them.
Dakotalee Salmons
[email protected]I've tried making corn tortilla taco shells before, but they always turned out too thick and chewy. This recipe was perfect - the shells were thin and crispy, just the way I like them.
Hafiz Usman
[email protected]These corn tortilla taco shells were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.