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Mexican Flour Tortillas

Mexican Flour Tortillas
Mexican Flour Tortillas
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Mexican Flour Tortillas are soft, thin, unleavened flatbreads made from wheat flour, water, fat (like lard or vegetable oil), and salt, originating from Northern Mexico. They serve as the essential, pliable wrapper for beloved dishes like burritos, quesadillas, and fajitas.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, a standard 8-inch tortilla provides roughly 100-150 calories with minimal protein and fat, unless made with added lard. It offers small amounts of iron and B vitamins from the enriched flour.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories180 kcal
Protein5 g
Carbs30 g
Fat4 g
Fiber2 g
Sugar1 g
Sodium300 mg
Iron2.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)3 mg
Folate60 mcg
Calcium40 mg
Phosphorus70 mg
Magnesium15 mg
Selenium8 mcg

Per 2 tortillas (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

While corn tortillas have ancient Mesoamerican roots, flour tortillas emerged later in Northern Mexico due to the introduction of wheat by Spanish colonists, showcasing a delicious cultural and agricultural fusion.

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