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Overhead shot of two sourdough tortillas stacked, with visible char spots and a dusting of sea salt.

Sourdough Discard Tortillas

Make-ahead sourdough discard tortillas with olive oil and all-purpose flour. Ready in 43 minutes, these soft tortillas store well for up to a week.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup sourdough starter discard
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 208g
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix wet and dry:

    In a large bowl, combine sourdough discard, olive oil, and water with a whisk until thoroughly blended. Incorporate the flour and sea salt. Mix until a uniform dough emerges. Employ a stand mixer's dough hook or knead manually.
  • Stretch and fold:

    Execute one round of stretch-and-fold: draw one edge of the dough upward and over, folding it onto itself. Turn the bowl and repeat from each side, totaling four folds.
  • Rest dough 30 min:

    Shroud the dough with a tea towel and allow it to rest for 30 minutes.
  • Portion and flatten:

    Once rested, portion the dough into 8 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, flatten each piece into a round tortilla, as thin as possible without tearing. Separate tortillas with a lightly floured silicone mat or parchment to avoid adhesion. A tortilla press may also be used.
  • Cook tortillas:

    Warm a skillet or pan (preferably cast iron) over medium-low heat. Cook each tortilla for 3–4 minutes per side, until blisters appear on the surface. Avoid raising the heat excessively to prevent scorching.
  • Cool and store:

    Serve right away or allow to cool. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 6 months.
Keyword sourdough discard tortillas