Tortilla

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Tortilla

Tortilla (/tɔːrˈtiːə/; from Spanish tortilla ['toɾˈtiʎa'], "small cake") is a type of thin, unleavened flatbread, typically made from corn or wheat. In Spanish, "tortilla" means "small torta", or "small cake". It was first made by the indigenous peoples of Mesoamerica before European contact.

Etymology

The word "tortilla" comes from the Spanish word "torta", which means "round cake". The diminutive form "tortilla" translates to "small cake". The term was first used in Mexico and later spread to other parts of the Americas.

Types of Tortillas

There are primarily two types of tortillas: corn tortillas and wheat tortillas.

  • Corn Tortilla - Made from cornmeal, water, and a bit of salt, corn tortillas are the original tortillas. They are a staple food in many parts of Mexico and Central America.
  • Wheat Tortilla - Wheat tortillas, also known as flour tortillas, are made from finely ground wheat flour. They are commonly used in many dishes in Northern Mexico and the American Southwest.

Usage

Tortillas are used in a variety of dishes such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas. They can be eaten on their own or used as a utensil to scoop up other foods.

Related Terms

  • Taco - A traditional Mexican dish consisting of a small hand-sized tortilla topped with a filling.
  • Burrito - A dish in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine that consists of a flour tortilla wrapped into a sealed cylindrical shape around various ingredients.
  • Quesadilla - A Mexican dish and type of sandwich, that is made by filling a tortilla with a variety of ingredients—most commonly cheese—and cooking it on a griddle.
  • Enchilada - A corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with a chili pepper sauce.

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