How do you use Imusa tortilla warmer?

How do you use Imusa tortilla warmer?

Use the Imusa tortilla warmer with flour or corn tortillas; the instructions are the same for both.

1. Stack cold tortillas into the bottom half of the tortilla warmer.
2. Cover the warmer with the lid.
3. Microwave the tortilla warmer on high power for 10 to 15 seconds or until the tortillas are warm and pliable.

How do you keep tortillas from sticking to the press?

Besides the dough and press, you will need 2 squares of waxed paper or plastic to keep your tortillas from sticking to the press. Most cooks in Mexico cut up plastic grocery bags for the plastic squares although I generally use waxed paper.

Do you oil a tortilla press?

Most electric tortilla presses cook the tortilla dough as well and flatten. A little bit of moisture gets onto the press as I’m making the tortillas (you can see it in the photos). I wipe it down with a dry towel after use and lightly season it with a neutral cooking oil before storing it.

How do you heat a bunch of tortillas?

Here are three ways to do it!

1. In the Microwave – Put five or fewer tortillas on a microwavable plate and cover them with a damp paper towel.
2. In the Oven – Wrap a stack of five or fewer tortillas in a packet of aluminum foil and put it in a pre-heated 350° oven for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.

Do I need parchment paper for tortilla press?

Do You have to use parchment paper with a tortilla press? No matter which method you use, you should use parchment paper or plastic wrap to keep the tortilla dough from sticking (to the counter, the rolling pin, or the tortilla press).

Why are my tortillas not puffing?

If your tortillas do not puff, you need to knead the dough very well. You can try to press down the tortilla with a spatula while it is in the final cooking to force the puffing. Also, check your cooking time and the heat. Making tortillas is a matter of practice.

Do you need to season a tortilla press?

If you use the included sheets of parchment paper between the dough and the tortilla press, you will save cleaning time, and you won’t need to season the press with oil as often. However, to protect the surface from rust, it is still important to clean and season it regularly.

Do you need parchment paper for tortilla press?

How do you make tortillas soft and warm?

Place 3-4 tortillas at a time on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a slightly damp paper towel. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, then set aside until ready to serve. This method can sometimes make tortillas a bit gummy, but it still works if you’re short on time.

How do you use a tortilla press?

Lower the top plate onto the dough. Firmly press down on the handle. The tortilla after the first press. Grab both sheets of butcher paper with the tortilla in between and flip it over. Press the tortilla a second time. Notice how the tortilla has extended and is more evenly shaped. Gently peel the tortilla away from the waxed paper.

How do you use an Imusa tortilla warmer?

Use the Imusa tortilla warmer with flour or corn tortillas; the instructions are the same for both. Stack cold tortillas into the bottom half of the tortilla warmer. Cover the warmer with the lid. Microwave the tortilla warmer on high power for 10 to 15 seconds or until the tortillas are warm and pliable.

How do you press a tortilla on a pizza dough?

Lower the top plate onto the dough. Firmly press down on the handle. The tortilla after the first press. Grab both sheets of butcher paper with the tortilla in between and flip it over.

How do you cook a tortilla on butcher paper?

The tortilla after the first press. Grab both sheets of butcher paper with the tortilla in between and flip it over. Press the tortilla a second time. Notice how the tortilla has extended and is more evenly shaped. Gently peel the tortilla away from the waxed paper. Your tortilla is now ready to cook.