Ingredients and Weight:
- Jicama (weight: 500 grams)
- All-purpose flour (weight: 2 cups)
- Water (weight: 1 cup)
- Oil (weight: 3 tablespoons)
- Salt (weight: 1 teaspoon)
- Lime juice (weight: 2 tablespoons)
Preparation Time:
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including resting time for dough)
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the jicama puree: Peel and cut jicama into cubes, steam until tender, then puree in a blender.
- Mix the flour, water, oil, salt, and lime juice together in a bowl to form a dough. Add the jicama puree and mix well.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into thin tortilla shapes.
- Heat a non-stick pan and cook the tortillas one by one until both sides are golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings or fillings.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 250 calories per tortilla (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of jicama and traditional tortilla ingredients.
- Creative dish that combines healthy vegetables with a traditional American dish.
- Great for those who enjoy both traditional and innovative flavors.
User Comments:
- "These tortillas are amazing! The jicama gives them a unique and refreshing flavor."
- "I love the combination of traditional and modern flavors in these tortillas."
- "These are perfect for my American taste buds!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh jicama for the best results.
- Adjust the thickness of the tortilla dough to your preference.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour while rolling it out.