How to Soften Tortillas in Bulk

Tortillas are often fried or steamed one at a time in a skillet before filling and rolling. This can be time-consuming when you have a lot of tortillas to work with. Here's a simple tip to soften a lot of tortillas at once.

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But here’s a better alternative! Brush one side of either corn or flour tortillas with vegetable oil, then stack them in a microwaveable dish with a lid. Microwave on full power for one minute, open the dish, and let them cool slightly before handling and filling.

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