A lot of people ask about corn tortillas and how to keep them from breaking, especially when rolling enchiladas. If you pull them out of the bag and try to roll them, it doesn't usually work. They're going to break and tear.

 

You can see these corn tortillas which I've easily folded into triangles to serve with this Mexican Picadillo. They were warmed in the microwave!

There are two components to warming corn tortillas. One is adding heat. The other is adding moisture. 

 

The easiest and quickest way to warm corn tortillas is in the microwave. It's a small space that can be easily turned into a sauna for them.

 

I brush a tiny bit of water on the tortilla. Just one little swipe is all you need. Stack the tortillas on a plate and cover with wax paper.

 

Heat the tortillas for about a minute, take them out and immediately flip them over. This keeps the one on the bottom from getting too soft.

 

Step by step photos for Warming Corn Tortillas here.

Corn tortillas add a delicious and unique flavor to enchiladas. I know that you may have started using flour tortillas because they don't break when you roll them, but you are truly missing out.

 

Just look at these Shredded Beef Enchiladas. You need these in your life! Don't settle for anything less!

Until next week...

 

Enjoy!