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Are you looking for quick and delicious snacks, but don't have many ingredients at home? Or maybe you want a more substantial meal and are missing a more attractive presentation? Well, the answer in both situations is represented by practical and versatile tortillas.
In this article, we'll share a few ways to use these thin flatbreads, as well as some quick and delicious tortilla recipe ideas that you can make right at home.
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Tortilla is a type of round, thin bread that is very popular in Latin American cuisine, but which has also begun to be very popular in Europe. The recipe for making this flatbread is very simple. Since ancient times, the natives of Mexico used flour, water and salt to form a thick dough, which was then thinned with an iron press and cooked on a hot plate. Today, you can find many types of tortillas on the market, suitable for any type of recipe.
Basically, there are two types of tortillas: corn tortillas and wheat tortillas. The former are made with dried corn, ground and combined with water and have a more yellow color. The latter are made with wheat flour, water and vegetable fat. The protein tortilla that you can find on our website is made with wheat and oats and is low in calories, but rich in fiber and protein (15g/roll), being ideal for both the meals of athletes who want to increase muscle mass, and for those who follow weight loss diets.
Tortillas have a bread-like flavor, which makes them very popular for consumption with a variety of types of sauces, foods, and hearty snacks .
The most common use of tortillas is to wrap other foods (usually meat, vegetables, and sauces). Burritos and enchiladas can be made by adding any type of cooked meat inside the tortilla and baking them in the oven. Fajitas and tacos are based on much the same principle, but here the shape of the tortilla may be different, and the baking process in the oven does not exist. The ingredients for fajitas are often grilled before serving, while the ingredients for tacos, except for the meat, are served in their raw form.
Corn tortillas can become tortilla chips, which can be used either as an appetizer or in chilaquiles - a traditional Mexican breakfast consisting of fried tortillas, salsa, and eggs.
Ham and Cheese Wrap: An extremely simple and delicious snack for breakfast or dinner. Take a tortilla, put 2 slices of ham and 2 slices of cheese or gouda cheese in it. Then roll the pita and put it in the sandwich maker for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread turns golden brown.
Chicken Quesadillas: Spread a tortilla with tomato sauce, add grilled chicken and grated cheese and place another tortilla on top. Spray a non-stick pan with cooking spray , carefully place the quesadilla in the pan and leave it on the heat for 4-5 minutes until it becomes crispy. Finally, cut into slices and serve with a spoonful of calorie-free Caesar dressing.
Enchiladas: Place some red beans and seasoned meat along one side of the tortilla, roll it up and place it on a baking sheet. Top the tortilla with canned tomatoes or tomato puree, sprinkle with some grated cheese and bake the tortilla until golden brown.
Tortilla Shawarma with Fries: This reinterpretation of the oriental shawarma can be made with a large wheat tortilla instead of the classic Lebanese pita. Add grilled chicken or beef, white or red cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, fries and sauces - which you can then "wrap" with the tortilla.
Pizza-tortilla : Place a thicker tortilla on a baking sheet and preheat the oven. Brush the tortilla with olive oil, and sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper on top. Bake the tortilla in the preheated oven until golden brown (3-5 minutes). Once removed from the oven, spread 2-3 tablespoons of tomato pizza sauce on top, then arrange the toppings of your choice (chicken breast, prosciutto, bell pepper, mushrooms, olives, etc.). Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake in the oven until the cheese melts (approx. 5 minutes). Finally, cut the tortilla into classic triangles using a pizza cutter.
Vegan Pesto Rolls : Spread a tortilla with vegan cream cheese and vegan tofu pesto, roll it up tightly, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Then refrigerate the wrap for 10-15 minutes. To serve, cut the roll into slices about 2 cm thick.
Tortilla Chips: Cut a few tortillas into quarters to make small triangles, drizzle with oil, and bake either on the stovetop or in the oven for a few minutes until crispy. These can be served with calorie-free dips like caesar, salsa, hummus, or avocado guacamole.
Spicy vegetable tacos: In a vegan diet, protein foods are very important. Therefore, the chickpeas in this recipe can replace the beef or pork in traditional tacos. In a small pot, add a little oil, canned chickpeas, garlic, onion powder, cumin, paprika, tamari and hot sauce (to taste). Heat over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Then assemble the tacos, while you can heat the tortilla on the grill. The taco also includes uncooked foods such as avocado, cabbage, green onion and a dash of vegan cream. For extra flavor, you can sprinkle the hot taco with a little lime juice.
Vegan quinoa burrito: Start by boiling the quinoa in salted water as directed on the package. Drain the canned beans and corn well. Then, sauté the onion and bell pepper in a pan with a little oil, adding the diced zucchini and tomatoes, the corn and the spices (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and salt) after a few minutes. Stir constantly until the vegetables are tender and don't forget to add the black beans and cooked quinoa to the pan at the end.
Try these tortilla recipes and enjoy healthy, flavorful meals. Enjoy!
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