Description

These sourdough tortillas offer a delightful tang with fresh jalapeño and cilantro flecks, creating soft, pliable discs perfect for any meal. They are a family-favorite, simple to make, and a healthier alternative to store-bought tortillas.

Ingredients

1 cup active sourdough starter
2.5 cups all-purpose flour
0.5 cup warm water
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp fine sea salt
1 small fresh jalapeño, minced (about 1 Tbsp)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (about 10g)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix active sourdough starter, warm water, olive oil, salt, flour, minced jalapeño, and chopped herbs. Knead gently for 5-7 minutes until a smooth, elastic dough forms and feels pliable.
Rest the Dough: Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel; let dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to 2 hours. This helps gluten relax, making rolling much easier.
Divide and Shape: Divide dough into 8-12 equal pieces for desired size. Roll each piece into a thin, round tortilla, 6-8 inches in diameter, aiming for even thickness. (If dough feels too stiff to roll, cover and let it rest another 15 minutes to relax the gluten.)
Cook: Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla 60-90 seconds per side, until puffed pockets appear and lightly browned spots develop.
Keep Warm: Stack cooked tortillas and cover them with a clean kitchen towel. This keeps them soft and pliable until serving.

Notes

Consider a 50/50 blend with whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend for dietary needs. Adjust jalapeño heat by removing seeds or adding cayenne. Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly. Avoid over-kneading, use consistent medium-high heat for cooking, and always allow sufficient dough rest time for best results.

Prep Time: 55 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Griddle Cooking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tortilla
Calories: 150 calories
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg