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Mix the flours and salt together in a bowl.
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Add the shortening/butter/lard in small pieces and crumble it into the flour with your hands until it's sandy.
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Slowly add the water and mix with hands until the dough comes together enough that you can shape it into a ball without it falling apart.
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Remove the dough ball onto a floured surface and knead with the palm of your hand until it's soft and smooth, 5-10 minutes.
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Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small ball.
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Return the balls to the bowl and cover with a clean, moist cloth or plastic wrap.
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Let rest for 30 minutes.
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Heat a flat frying pan or griddle on medium (without oil).
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When hot, form a ball into a flat, round shape with your fingers (about 4 inches round and 2~3 mm thick).
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Put it into the hot pan and cook on one side until you see little bubbles and the bottom is lightly browned (about 1-2 minutes).
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Flip over and lightly brown the other side for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
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Don't over cook or they will get stiff!
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Remove the cooked tortilla onto plate covered with a clean tea towel or cloth, and cover the tortilla with the cloth to keep warm and moist.
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Repeat with the process with the rest of the dough balls until all are cooked.
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Stuff with your favorite fillings and enjoy!
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If you have leftover tortillas or make extra, let them cool off and then store in a plastic bag.
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To reheat, wrap in plastic wrap and microwave for 20-30 seconds OR wrap in aluminum foil and heat in a 350F/180C oven for 10 minutes.
