An easy way to add more homemade deliciousness to taco night with your very own, hot-off-the-pan corn tortillas!
Everyone has a tacos on Tuesday, right? Why not kick your weekly habit up a notch with these homemade corn tortillas? I have to admit – if given the choice between flour and corn tortillas, I almost ALWAYS opt for flour. Something about store-bought corn tortillas didn’t strike me as terribly fabulous. Rubbery, and kind of flavorless – I didn’t see the point. Turns out I was missing out – only because I hadn’t yet attempted to make my own! More of a technique than a complicated recipe, these have a lovely pronounced corn flavor to complete your meal. Flour tortilla lovers – try these corn tortillas at home and let me know if you are a convert, like me!
Some equipment notes:
- You don’t NEED a tortilla press for this, but it sure is handy and makes quick work out of the task of rolling them out.
- A tortilla warmer is also pretty handy – it keeps them warm, and makes them soft and pliable, ready to use. If you don’t have one, a towel will work just fine – just keep them covered.
Need a taco recipe? Look at these Spicy Chicken Soft Tacos!
Homemade Corn Tortillas
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 20 small tortillas
Ingredients
- 2 cups instant yellow corn masa flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups hot water
Directions
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In a large bowl, add the corn masa and the salt and mix well.
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Add the hot water, and mix into a soft dough (it should be about as firm as cookie dough).
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Add more water if needed.
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Line a tortilla press with a zip lock bag (I just cut down the sides)
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Divide the dough into roughly 20 dough balls
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Place 1 ball onto the lined tortilla press and .... press.
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Carefully remove the tortilla from the press, and add to a medium hot cast iron skillet.
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Let the tortilla cook about 30 seconds, until the edges look like they're drying... then flip
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Cook a further 45-60 seconds, then flip again - the tortilla will puff up.
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Add tortilla to a towel line tortilla warmer.
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Repeat with remaining dough balls.
Katie Crenshaw says
I absolutely LOVE corn tortillas. I so much prefer them to the flour ones. I have always wanted to learn how to make them, but have been intimated by the process. You make it look so easy. Perhaps I should try after all. When corn tortillas are fresh, they are all the better!
Kylee says
SO easy, Katie! Thanks for stopping by!
Storybook Erin says
Yum Tacos!! I have to admit, I think I’m going to like your blog because I am not the best cook (even though my mom also included me in the kitchen from a young age) and sometimes I get stuck making the same meals OVER and OVER again.
I’m excited to try some of your suggestions!
Kylee says
I hope you find something you like here, Erin! I think most of my recipes are pretty easy and quick – just right for the beginner cook!
Mayuri Patel says
Yummy home made corn tortillas. I make wheat ones but your recipe makes it looks so easy to make the corn ones.
Kylee says
It really is easy, Mayuri. I’d love to see your wheat ones. Is it on your blog?
Ansh says
I do hear you! I Never likes tortillas unless I was eating them in a restaurant that house made them. So by default I never like tortillas until I made them at home and corn tortillas are my absolute favorite. Taco Everyday 😀
Kylee says
I’m so with you, Ansh!
Lisa @ Lisa the Vegetarian says
Such a good idea! I love making Mexican food at home (one of my favorites!), but I’ve never attempted to make homemade corn tortillas before. In fact, it never even crossed my mind as something I could do! I will have to bookmark this and give it a try.
Stopping by from the blog hop!
Kylee says
Thanks for stopping by, Lisa! I’d love it if you tried this and let me know how it goes!
Jessie @ The Acquired Sass says
I, like you, was NOT a corn tortilla fan, but I had only ever had them from a store bought package & they just tasted rubbery.
Maybe the trick really is making them myself.
Do you find the homemade ones store well?
Kylee says
I wouldn’t know, Jessie – we scarf the entire batch in one taco eating session.
I’d assume they’d be good for a few days, reheated in a microwave, and kept in a towel to prevent drying.
Rebecca Jo says
I’m not a fan of store bought corn tortillas but do love them at local mexican restaurants . I totally need to try this! It has to be healthier then the flour ones.
Kylee says
I feel the same way, Rebecca Jo! I like them when they’re hot and fresh. The corn tortillas are definitely healthier, the flour ones have… lard. Which isn’t a reason not to make them, because…. yummy – but if you are watching your intake for health reasons, corn is the way to go!
Tara says
Love these, I can stand and watch the ladies in old town in San Diego make these for hours. I love tortillas!!
Kylee says
I love watching other people cook, too. It’s mesmerizing. Hope you try this out at home!
Vet Leow says
I do like having corn tortillas to snack on when I am at home watching movies, it makes lots of sense to make them hot yourself instead of buying them… Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Kylee says
Thanks, Vet !
Julie at Hostess At Heart says
I love this Kylee! I have a tortilla press and have tried making them once. My recipe wasn’t amazing by any means. We like corn so I’ll be giving your recipe a try.
Kylee says
Thanks, Julie – you’re already halfway there if you have the press! The key to keeping them soft and pliable and yummy is the humidity – either in a towel, or the warmer – it’s essential to the final product! Thanks for stopping by!
Cassi says
Just 3 ingredients to make a tortilla? Definitely something I’d like to try!
Kylee says
Absolutely!! Makes it almost criminal NOT to try, right?
Georgina says
Homemade Corn Tortillas – Love the idea Kylee and your make of it! <3
Kylee says
Thanks, Georgina – I appreciate you stopping by!
Lynda@fitnessmomwinecountry says
We do tacos about 3 times a week. No joke, my family loves them. White corn tortillas are the go to for us. I am not a fan of yellow corn. We do so many different variations of them. They are so easy and kid friendly.
Kylee says
You could use white corn masa to make these, no problem! Thanks for stopping by!
Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says
I can’t wait to try these! I feel the same way you do about store bought corn tortillas, unless I fry them of course, lol! These look wonderful.
Kylee says
I ALWAYS fry the store bought ones to warm them. But there’s something so much home-ier about making them yourself, right?
Missy - Getting Fit to Find Myself says
I used to dislike corn tortillas too. However, over time I have come to like them a lot! In fact often times I choose them over a flour tortilla. I am terrible in the kitchen so I think I will just have to buy them for now! I may have to change my menu for tonight! Your tacos look amazing and I want those now!
Kylee says
I just dislike store bought corn tortillas. I love them hot and fresh from my own pan, though! Thanks for stopping by!
Wendy @ Wholistic Woman says
I always get corn tortillas at restaurants, but I’ve never tried to make them at home. Thanks for sharing!
Kylee says
Thanks for stopping by, Wendy! They’re so easy to make yourself. Save yourself a grocery store trip, make your own – and be a hero at taco night.
Mary Ellen says
My mom and I were just talking about making tortillas. I definitely need to try these – they look great!!!
Kylee says
They’re so easy, Mary-Ellen! Ridiculously so. See that ingredient list?!
Runawaybridalplanner says
These look fabulous thanks for sharing. I love Mexican food. I will pin this to save for next time its a Mexican food night!
Kylee says
Thanks for stopping by! I think making the tortillas from scratch sends mexican food night to the next level!
Allyson says
This was perfect timing for me–I’ve been wanting to try making my own tortillas but I felt kind of intimidated. I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Kylee says
Oh don’t be intimidated! Super easy, and very um… forgiving… when (I mean if) you mess up. Just roll it up and try again! Thanks for stopping by!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
A nice change from flour tortillas!
Kylee says
I LOVE flour, but they’re harder to make by hand than corn. There you go. Dirty little secret revealed…. lol
Emily says
Wow, I’ve never made my own corn tortillas, but these look better than store bought… I need to try them because my dad is gluten free! Hi from the Blog Hop! Thank you for sharing this recipe. 🙂 And I would love to visit New Zealand someday. 🙂
Kylee says
Thanks, Emily – give them a try, for sure! (You should totally go to NZ – it’s gorgeous and lots of fun). Thank you for stopping by!
Tamieka says
Well look at that!! These look so easy to make!!!! Thanks….now on have to go get a press and a warmer. I will send my husband to you when he asks why I needed them-lol!!!
Kylee says
While those things aren’t ESSENTIAL – they sure are great. If you have to choose, get the press over the warmer. Although – I picked up my warmer for a couple of dollars at a mexican grocery store. But the press is a game changer.
Rachel @ RachelMcMichael.com says
These look absolutely AMAZING!!! I’m pinning them now to try soon! Yum!
Kylee says
Thanks Rachel – let me know what you think!
Caroline says
Mmm this excites me! I never really learned to cook quite like you, but I always helped my grandmother with little things. It was kind of hard to learn from her because she only spoke Spanish and I spoke English but I loved hovering over her still. And she always let us lick the beaters too 😀
I’m actually a flour tortilla kind of girl as well! So looking forward to trying these homemade tortillas, granted I’m not sure how well they will turn out! But I am pinning for sure to give a try when I muster up the courage to get into the kitchen and experiment!
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lindsey says
I have totally tried to make tortillas in the past – they always end up too thick! I think I will need to try again sometime!
Kylee says
I found the tortilla press in a thrift store. Maybe check there – they’re a game changer!
Jenni says
I’ve made flour tortillas before but never corn ones. I should probably change that, because I love corn tortillas. Thanks for the recipe and technique, Kylee!
Kylee says
No problem, Jenni – thanks so much for stopping by!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
I love making homemade corn tortillas. They are delicious and offer more nutrition and fiber than the flour tortilla. Perfect choice for today’s challenge.
cheri says
Hi Kylee, love that you made homemade corn tortillas!!! you make it sound so easy, will have to take the plunge myself. Take care!
Mireille says
Im sure these are way better than the store bought version
Kylee says
They’re pretty yummy!
Shireen says
Wow Kylee! Corn tortillas are a must try for me as we find them here in Dubai but they are pretty expensive (the whole wheat ones are not as expensive but the pure cornmeal ones are). My kids love tacos and I am going to try and make my own tortillas henceforth! Thanks for sharing!
Kylee says
Thanks, Shireen!
Kalyani says
Homemade version looks so healthy ! i loved the filling too – am yet to get my hands on Corn Masa flour, which I shall do soon 🙂 great choice, Kylee
Kylee says
Thanks, Kalyani!
Kate says
I am so impressed you made your own tortillas!
Pavani says
Perfectly made corn tortillas. Will definitely have to try these soon.
rocio says
wonderful recipe !!!
theoldfatguy says
Thanks for posting this. Here in the Canadian Rockies you can’t buy corn tortillas so now I can make my own.
The Old Fat Guy
Renata says
Corn tortillas are so delicious! I’m surprised with how easy it is to prepare them! Thanks for sharing!
Also, really cool to see the work you guys are doing with Bread Bakers. I’m a travel blogger, and I find it really awesome when bloggers collaborate around a theme like this. As a reader, we learn so much at once! Great job!