Ube Tortillas

These Ube Tortillas are soft, gluten-free, and naturally vibrant thanks to mashed purple yams and cassava flour. Easy to make and cook in just minutes, they’re a fun and flavorful twist on classic tortillas—perfect for tacos, wraps, or snacking. A unique, eye-catching addition to your weekly meal rotation.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Latin

Keyword Easy Recipes, Easy to Make, Quick and Easy Recipe, Tortillas, Ube

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 129kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

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2 cups ube cooked and mashed
1 1/2 cup cassava flour add 1/4 at a time as needed for preferred consistency
1 tsp salt

Instructions

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Mix all ingredients in a bowl using your hands until well combined.
Form the mixture into golf ball-sized portions.
Line a tortilla press with parchment paper.
Flatten each portion until it's about ¼ inch thick; avoid making them too thin to prevent ripping.
Place the flattened portions on parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced about half an inch apart. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Heat a comal or skillet over medium to high heat.
Cook each tortilla for 3-4 minutes on each side.
As each tortilla cooks, cover it with a cloth to keep them warm.
Serve with your choice of fillings.

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