Are White Corn Tortillas Gluten Free?
Yes, white corn tortillas are gluten-free. They’re made with just water and masa harina (ground corn).
Even though gluten-containing foods such as wheat flour tortillas are prohibited on the gluten-free diet, you can still consume tortillas; you just need to look for gluten-free tortilla options.
Almond Flour Tortillas by Allergy-Free Alaska: Made with nutrient-dense almond flour, Mgan from Allergy-Free Alaska created these paleo and grain-free tortillas. If you’re on a paleo diet and still want to enjoy delicious tortillas, the recipe calls for a few more ingredients than a traditional tortilla, but it’s worth the effort.
These BFree wraps are best used as a sandwich wrap and come in three flavors: sweet potato, multigrain, and quinoa. They taste good to me and are effective when spread with avocado. Many reviewers on Amazon describe them as tasty. I could not find them at my local Sprouts. (no picture).
Corn Tortillas by Muy Bueno Cookbook: My friend Yvette knows how to cook authentic Mexican cuisine, and has a successful blog and cookbook to prove it. Her corn tortillas are authentic and delicious and made with only three ingredients: masa harina (corn flour), salt, and warm water. (Muy Bueno is not a dedicated gluten-free blog.)
To ensure that a tortilla is soft and stretchy before being bent, heat it first.
Do I Need Special Equipment to Make Corn Tortillas?
No, special tools are not required to make corn tortillas. To roll out the dough, all you need is a flat surface, a bowl, and a spoon.
Although it is not necessary, using a tortilla press will save you time and effort.
Yes, masa flour is gluten-free. It is created from ground corn that has undergone a lime water treatment.
This procedure aids in making corn more digestible and finer in texture by removing the hull and germ.