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Sourdough Discard Tortillas

Sourdough Discard Tortillas: Soft, Chewy, Waste-Free Delights

Sourdough Discard Tortillas are simple to make, delicious, and a fantastic way to utilize leftover starter while reducing food waste.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 16 tortillas
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • ½ cup filtered water
  • 1 cup sourdough starter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with whole wheat for added nutrition
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt sea salt can work as a great alternative
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil can substitute with canola or grapeseed oil

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together ½ cup of filtered water and 1 cup of sourdough starter in a small bowl until smooth, then set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of coarse kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix well.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the flour mixture and mix until it resembles sand.
  4. Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the water and sourdough starter mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
  5. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 1 minute, adding more flour if sticky.
  6. Cover the kneaded dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  7. Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and shape each into a ball. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Preheat the skillet over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes.
  9. Roll one dough ball into a thin circle about 8 inches in diameter.
  10. Cook the rolled tortilla in the skillet for about 1 minute, then flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Cover to keep warm.
  11. Repeat the process until all dough is used, adjusting heat to prevent burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tortillaCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gIron: 1mg

Notes

These tortillas can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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