Hamilton Beach MealMaker Express 80200 - Manual (Page 21)

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COOKlN«TiPS:
♦ Fine commeal or
mesa is not suitable
for this recipe.
MASECA makes an
instant com masa
mix, that is available
in 4-to 5-pound bags
and sold in the
Mexican section or
flour section of most
supermarkets as well
as Mexican markets.
• The dough for these
tortillas is different
from, flour tortillas so
the cooking procedure
is alsoidtfferent. Press
only once or the
tortilla will be lacy.
They should also be
cooked a little longer
on the Griddle.
' Wet your hands when
forming the dough
balls, if the dough is
not already moist and
smooth. The correct
amount of moisture is
key to this recipe.
’ If the dough sticks to
the Press when the
top is lifted, loosen
the dough with a
-spatula and allow it
to stand on the Press
fear a few seconds
before turning onto
the Griddle to bake.
Corn Tortilla
PREP: 15 min.
COOK: 1 hour 30 min. _
The traditional Mexican wrap bread.
2 cups MASECA. instant corn masa mix
IV 4 cup warm water
V a cup warm water, if needed*
Switch Press on and preheat the Griddle to high.
Place the masa mix and 1 Vi cups water into a
bowl and mix thoroughly until dough forms. It will
resemble smooth clay rather than bread dough.
* Humidity affects the consistency of bread
dough. Add additional water if needed.
Divide dough into 16 pieces and form each
piece into a ball. Place the dough balls on a
plate and cover with a damp paper towel.
Flatten each dough ball before placing it on the
Bread Paddle. The more the dough is flattened
by hand, the easier it will be to press.
Place the flattened dough slightly to the rear
of center on the Bread Paddle. Close Press
completely and open immediately. The Tortilla
will be about a 5-inch round.
Remove Bread Paddle with tortilla. Carefully
remove tortilla from Paddle with a plastic
spatula. Place tortilla on the Griddle. Cook for
2 to 3 minutes on each side or until desired
browness.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving
Serving Size: 2
Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 104
Total Fat ig
Saturated Fat og
Cholesterol Omq
Sodium 3mg
Carbohydrates 22g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Protein 3g
To crisp for use as tacos, fold the tortilla over
and place in a 300°F oven. For softer tortillas,
keep warm by wrapping in foil and placing in a
200°F oven until the filling is ready.
Makes: 16
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