The Ultimate Tortilla Guide: History, Health Benefits & a Simple Homemade Recipe
Hola,
Do you love tortillas? I see why they are warm, tasty and easy to eat. They are the soft heart of Mexican cooking. They bring flavour, comfort, and a taste of real Mexico to burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas, turning every meal into a celebration. Let’s Celebrate with Tortillas.
Where Do Tortillas Come From?
Tortillas have been around for a long time. Did you know they began eating them over 2,000 years ago with the Aztecs and Mayans, who made them from ground corn. Corn was sacred, so tortillas became a symbol of tradition, family, and everyday life, a meaning they still carry today.
I find it so interesting, Tortillas are a shared family food. We eat a lot of Tortillas in our family. I think we need to introduce Tortilla day.
Are Tortillas Healthy?
Absolutely Corn tortillas are naturally low‑fat, gluten‑free, and full of fibre. Flour tortillas are richer but still fit into a balanced diet.
Tortillas provide you with:
- Energy
- Fibre
- Whole‑grain benefits
- A lighter option than heavy breads
- Healthy fillings
Having Salsa in your tortillas provides you with:
- Vitamin C and antioxidants benefits from the tomatoes in the Salsa
- Vegetables in the toppings can provide us with Vitamins A, C and D
Winter Options:
When we think of tortillas we think of eating them more in summer. They are also a good winter option.
Changing the fillings to something warm and comforting:
- Chilli
- Warm Shredded beef
- Warm spicy Chicken
- Roasted winter vegetables (carrots, parsnips, squash) with herbs
- Grilled peppers with melted cheese
Here Is a Simple Homemade Tortilla Recipe (Simple and Low Cost)
Ingredients:
2 cups of flour (or corn masa), ½ tsp salt, 2 tbsp oil, ¾ cup warm water
Steps:
Mix ingredients together → knead → roll into balls → flatten → cook 30–40 seconds per side in a frying pan.
Place on a plate ready for your fillings. Yummy.
Simple Ingredients to Put in Your Tortillas;
Vegetables:
- Chopped tomatoes
- lettuce
- Peppers
- Onions
- Sweetcorn
Cheese: - Grated cheddar
- Mozzarella or Mexican‑style cheese
- Salsa; Mild, medium or spicy salsa for extra flavour
I hope you will be able to try this recipe out when you have time.
Disfruta tu comida. Enjoy Your food.
I hope you have enjoyed reading this article, learning some facts and history of The Tortilla. It is great to know that Tortillas are a healthy option for us both in winter and in Summer. Tortillas are a fun, family meal and also a great way to connect with friends. Of course having them with a Margarita makes for a perfect social evening in Summer or a spiced apple punch in winter.
What’s your favourite tortilla filling?
Have you ever tried making tortillas at home?