Belizean Corn Tortillas Recipes

BELIZEAN TORTILLAS

Steps:

• *Please read recipe introduction before proceeding!*.
• Place the dry masa harina mix in a large mixing bowl.
• In a small bowl add about 1 tablespoon of recado rojo (you can always add more later). Whisk in some water about 1/2 cup to make a paste.
• Add this mixture to the bowl of dry masa harina mix. Now stir in enough water to make a pliable dough (or however much water the package of masa harina states on the back of the bag minus 1/2 cup water).
• Form into tortillas.
• Heat up the oil in a deep fryer, wok or heavy skillet (cast iron being my preference) to fry the tortillas until bright orange-red and crispy. Place the tortillas on a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
• Try the tortillas with this!: Recipe #496068.
• Yield is estimated.

BELIZEAN FLOUR TORTILLAS

Steps:

• Mix dry ingredients together with shortening then add water in moderate amounts until dough is soft but not sticky. Knead until smooth. Leave to sit for approximately 20 min to half hour.
• Make nine balls and roll each flat.
• Bake in well heated skillet on high heat. Flip when golden brown.

BELIZEAN GARNACHES

Steps:

• Heat oil to 350°F in large skillet. Add tortillas, in batches; cook 1 to 2 min. or until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
• Mix 1/4 cup dressing, cabbage, carrots and vinegar. Combine beans and remaining dressing in medium skillet, mashing beans slightly. Cook on medium heat 10 min., stirring frequently. Add cream cheese; cook and stir until melted.
• Spread bean mixture onto tortillas; top with cabbage mixture and Parmesan.