S.M.A.R.T Blend Flour Tortillas
S.M.A.R.T (Sorghum, Millet, Arrowroot, brown Rice, Tapioca) Blend Flour Tortillas takes a classic flour tortilla recipe and replaces wheat flour with gluten free grains.
Peetz S.M.A.R.T (Sorghum, Millet, Arrowroot, brown Rice, Tapioca) Blend contains a list of healthy grains including:
S for Sorghum a healthy ancient cereal grain.
M for Millet a high protein milled grain
A for Arrowroot an easily digestible flour used as a thickening agent.
R for Rice. The brown nutrition packed kind!
T for Tapioca flour made from the Brazilian cassava root.
This recipe makes a smaller 7 inch flour tortilla, so it is easier to roll out. Let’s start making some tortillas!
S.M.A.R.T Blend Flour Tortillas
Ingredients
- 3 cups Peetz S.M.A.R.T Blend
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/3 cup lard cut into small piece
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together Peetz S.M.A.R.T Blend, with baking powder and salt.
- Place the milk in a small saucepan. Heat until bubbles form at the edges.
- Stir in vegetable shortening and mix. Remove from stovetop and let cool.
- Pour into flour mix. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
- Sprinkle a little bit of Peetz S.M.A.R.T Blend on the counter.
- Place dough on top and knead until smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
- Then, divide the dough into 16 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball.
- Place balls on a parchment lined baking sheet and cover with plastic.
- Roll each piece of dough into a round about 7 inches in diameter.
- Heat a medium cast-iron skillet or grill over medium high heat.
- Add flour tortilla and cook until air bubbles form.
- To release the steam, pick the air bubbles with a fork.
- Cook the other side.
- Set flour tortilla aside to cool.
- Repeat with the other dough balls.
Can I freeze these tortillas?
Yes, you can! Here is how.
Place each tortilla between parchment paper and layer them on top of one another. Then, place the stack in an airtight freezer bag. This freezing method allows for removing and using only the amount you need each time.
How long will flour tortillas last in the freezer?
Up to six months.
How do I thaw tortillas?
When you are ready to use the flour tortillas, take out as many as you need and place them in the refrigerator. Once thawed use them in any recipe you like. Or eat them as your bread side dish.
Can I make these tortillas vegan?
Yes. Try our Vegan Gluten Free Flour Tortillas recipe.
How about dairy free?
Our Vegan Gluten Free Flour Tortillas recipe is also dairy free. We just ran out of room in the title!
