Almond Flour Tortillas

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Almond flour tortillas offer a delicious alternative to traditional corn or flour tortillas. By combining almond flour with a few other ingredients and a thickening agent, you can create a dough that’s both pliable and flavorful.

The mild, slightly sweet flavor of these tortillas makes them versatile and pairable with a wide range of dishes and fillings. Enjoy them as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, sandwich wraps, chips, tostadas, or as a complement to your favorite Mexican meal.

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With almond flour tortillas, you can experience a new twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, and with a little creativity, they can become a staple in your kitchen.

While they may not have the exact same texture as traditional tortillas due to the lack of gluten, xanthan gum helps improve their texture, structure, and flexibility. On the other hand, corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free and become pliable through the nixtamalization process, which breaks down the corn’s cell walls. The high moisture content and cooking method over a comal also contribute to their soft texture.

What is almond Flour? 

Almond flour is made from blanched almonds, but have you ever wondered how it’s made? First, the almonds take a quick dip in boiling water, followed by an ice bath to cool down. Then, they’re squeezed to remove their skins, revealing their creamy white interior. Finally, they’re blended into a fine, powdery consistency – voilà! You’ve got almond flour! 

Things to keep in mind

Almond flour tortillas can achieve a soft and bendable texture, thanks to the addition of Xanthan gum. This versatile ingredient not only helps hold the dough together but also makes it easier to work with. While the tortillas have a manageable consistency, they still require gentle handling to prevent breakage. 

Although they make a great alternative option, it’s important to note that they don’t replicate the exact texture and taste of traditional tortillas. However, with a little care and attention, almond flour tortillas can be a delicious and satisfying substitute. Additionally, their unique flavor and texture can even add a new dimension to your favorite dishes. 

Xanthan gum

Xanthan gum is a mighty and versatile food additive in the culinary world. When Xanthan gum meets liquid, it dissolves quickly, creating a gel-like consistency that binds all the ingredients together and emulsifies with ease. This means that your dressings, sauces, beverages, dairy products, and gluten-free baked goods get a boost in texture and structure, making them more appealing and enjoyable. 

Ingredients for almond flour tortillas

Almond flour – This versatile ingredient offers a great combination of properties: gluten-free, low-carb, high in healthy fats, contains protein, neutral in flavor, and its fine texture makes it easy to work with. 

Xanthan gum – this food additive helps bind and emulsify the almond flour dough, crating a smooth and cohesive texture. 

Salt – enhances flavor and texture of food. 

Baking powder – this ingredient helps create a light, soft, and tender crumb in almond flour tortillas. While it doesn’t cause a significant rise, it helps create a delicate texture and aids in browning. 

Water – hydrates the flour and activates Xanthan gum, creating a dough that’s easy to work with and yielding a tender and chewy tortilla. 

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How to make almond flour tortillas ?

In a large bowl, combine the flour, xanthan gum, salt, and baking powder. Mix well until ingredients are well distributed.

Gradually add the water while kneading the mixture until it forms a cohesive mass. Continue kneading the dough for about 5 minutes, either in the bowl or on a flat surface, until it reaches a soft, moist consistency that doesn’t stick to your clean hands.

If the dough feels too dry, add water in small increments and continue kneading until it reaches the right consistency. 

Once the dough is ready, return it to the bowl, cover with a damped paper towel, and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Preheat a griddle or comal over medium heat. Divide the rested dough into 8 equal portions. Flatten each into a thin disk, keeping them covered. 

Use a tortilla press to mold the disks into thin tortillas, then place disk in between plastic liners.

Press down, rotate, and flip until thin, then remove the tortilla from liners.

Cook the tortilla on a comal using a backhanded sweeping motion to lay it down.

Cook for 30 seconds or until the underside is cooked and has a few golden brown spots.

Flip and cook the second side for another 30 seconds, until lightly browned. If needed, flip again to finish cooking, while still avoiding drying out and crisping.

Once cooked, keep tortillas covered with a kitchen towel to maintain moisture. 

Use tortillas immediately or follow storage tips below:  

Storing tips

Storing almond flour tortillas is a breeze! here are my top tips to keep them fresh and ready when you need them: 

Cool completely: allow the tortillas to cool down to room temperature before storing. This prevents moisture buildup and ensures they stay fresh instead.

Refrigerate:

• Wrap tortillas in parchment paper.

• Place in a zip-lock bag, vacuum seal bag or airtight container, then label with date. 
• Store in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

• Reheat as needed. 

To freeze:  

• Separate each tortilla with a piece of parchment paper to prevent sticking. Then, wrap in parchment paper.
• Place tortillas in a freezer-safe resealable bag, or vacuum seal bag and remove excess air before sealing. 
• Freeze up to two months. 
• Thaw in the refrigerator before using,  and reheat as needed. 

Following these tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your almond flour tortillas whenever you want, without compromising their texture and flavor! 

Tools I use to make almond flour tortillas

Want to make delicious almond flour tortillas? you’ll need the right tools for the job. Click the bold words to explore some of the products I recommend through affiliate links:

Mixing bowls – the perfect mixing vessel for a smooth mixing experience. Stainless steel or glass bowls are ideal because they wont absorb any flavors or odors, ensuring your tortillas taste pure and delicious. 

Measuring cups – Precise measurement for liquid ingredients, which is crucial to following a recipe and achieving the exact end result. 

Tortilla press – Efficient, easy, and mess-free tortillas making traditional tool. Check out Masienda’s tortilla press and liners! Or the one I own, Victoria 10” cast iron. 

Cast iron griddle – sturdy, retains, and distributes heat evenly, preventing the tortillas from drying out. Cast-iron griddles are beginner-friendly and can be used for various cooking tasks. 

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Comal – comal is a more traditional tool used in Mexico to make corn tortillas. This carbon steel one requires seasoning it first, to prevent the tortillas from sticking, but after that, it’s the perfect tool to use. 

Vacuum seal bags – remove air, preserve freshness, and prevent flavor transfer. This set keeps tortillas organized without taking up valuable kitchen space. 

Parchment paper– wraps the tortillas to keep them moist, separates individual pieces to prevent sticking, and ensures they stay soft and pliable until ready to use. 

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