Tortilla

Prepared Food AddinsGrainAllergen: WheatAllergen: GlutenNot vegetarianMildToastyCornyWheatyNeutral

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 218
Protein (g): 5.7
Fat (g): 2.8
Carbs (g): 45.7
Fiber (g): 6.5
Sodium (mg): 42

Values differ by style and recipe; flour tortillas generally have more calories, fat, and sodium than corn versions. Formulations using lard increase fat content.

Storage

Room temp: up to 7 days
Refrigerated: up to 14 days
Frozen: up to 90 days

A tortilla is a thin, round, unleavened flatbread made from ground corn masa or wheat flour. It is pliable when warm with a lightly toasty aroma and is used for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and wraps; sold as corn or flour in sizes from small street-taco rounds to large burrito sheets. Ingredients vary; some traditional flour versions use lard.

Corn tortillas originated in Mesoamerica, where nixtamalized maize was pressed and cooked on a comal, while wheat flour tortillas developed after Spanish contact. Both styles are staples of Mexican and Central American cuisines and are widely produced from small tortillerías to large factories.