Description
Experience the authentic taste of Honduras with these homemade Honduran flour tortillas served with warm black beans and creamy sour cream. This simple and satisfying recipe combines freshly made tortillas cooked on a hot skillet with protein-rich beans and a cooling dollop of sour cream for a delicious meal or snack that’s perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortillas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
Filling and Topping
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the vegetable oil and warm water gradually while mixing until a cohesive dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Divide the dough: Divide the kneaded dough into equal portions, then roll each portion into a ball to prepare for shaping.
- Shape the tortillas: Flatten each dough ball into a thin, round tortilla shape using a rolling pin or your hands.
- Cook the tortillas: Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place each tortilla on the hot skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until golden spots appear and the tortilla is lightly browned.
- Heat the beans: In a separate saucepan, warm the rinsed and drained black beans over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Plate the freshly cooked tortillas with a serving of warm black beans and a generous dollop of sour cream on top. Enjoy while warm.
Notes
- Ensure the water is warm but not hot to help the dough come together properly and improve texture.
- For softer tortillas, you can cover the cooked tortillas with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and pliable.
- You can use refried beans as an alternative to whole black beans for a different texture.
- Sour cream adds creaminess and balances the flavors, but you can substitute with Greek yogurt if preferred.
- Try adding some chopped fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime to the beans for extra flavor.
- These tortillas can be stored wrapped in foil or a plastic bag at room temperature for a day, or refrigerated for longer storage.
