Using leftover rice, you can create delicious, gluten-free, and flour-free tortillas. These tortillas are easy to make and perfect for various dishes. Follow this simple recipe to turn your cooked rice into tasty tortillas.
Ingredients (For 12 Tortillas)
- 1 cup of round rice
- 2 cups of water
- 1 pinch of salt
Note: If using leftover cooked rice, ensure it has not been rinsed with cold water after boiling, as it’s best if it is starchy and sticky.
Steps to Follow
- Rinse the Rice:
- Rinse the rice thoroughly with plenty of water and drain.
- Repeat the rinse and drain process once more.
- Cook the Rice:
- Bring the 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat and add a pinch of salt.
- Once boiling, add the rice, stir to prevent sticking, and cook over medium heat until the water is almost completely absorbed (about 20 minutes).
- Remove from heat when there is almost no liquid left, cover with a lid, and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Dough:
- Once the rice is cold, mash it using a potato masher or a food processor until it forms a smooth dough.
- Using an oiled spatula and oiled hands, form the rice dough into a ball.
- Divide the dough into 12 portions and roll each portion into a ball. Place them on an oiled dish.
Note: To flatten the tortillas, it is best to use a cut-open plastic bag meant for freezing. Plastic kitchen film is too thin and wrinkles easily, causing the tortillas to break.
- Shape the Tortillas:
- Place a dough ball between two pieces of the cut-open plastic bag.
- Press slightly with your hand, then use a flat object to further flatten the tortilla until it is about 2 millimeters thick. Do not make them as thin as corn tortillas to prevent breaking.
- Cook the Tortillas:
- Heat a thick-bottomed pan over high heat until hot.
- Carefully place the first tortilla in the pan.
Note: To prevent the tortillas from sticking to your hands when transferring them to the pan, you can:
- Oil the surface and your fingers.
- Lightly flour the surface of the tortilla.
- Use reusable baking paper and place the tortilla directly in the pan with the paper.
- Cooking Process:
- Cook the tortilla for 30 seconds on high heat until the first side is sealed and can be flipped without breaking.
- Flip the tortilla and cook for 1 minute on the other side.
- Flip once more to brown the first side slightly.
- When the tortilla has golden spots, remove it from the pan, place it on a plate, and cover it with a cloth to keep warm.
- Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
- Serve:
- Serve the tortillas immediately and enjoy!
These gluten-free and flour-free rice tortillas are perfect for any meal and are a great way to use up leftover rice. Enjoy them with your favorite fillings and toppings!
