Keto Tortillas

by KetoFocus.com

4.9 Stars (32 Reviews) 57 Comments

This gluten free keto tortilla recipe takes only minutes to make and looks and tastes like real corn tortillas, without all the carbs!

A soft tortilla folded on itself, draped over more tortillas.

A handing holding a tortilla over a castiron skillet.

Four soft tacos on a plate topped with shredded chicken, salsa and shredded lettuce.

12 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 tortilla

Servings

Calories

4.1g

Fat

3.5g

Protein

0.6g

Net Carb

3.2g

Total Carbs

Tortillas are the cornerstone to family favorite recipes like Enchiladas and Tacos, but with all the carbohydrates in flour and corn tortillas, they just don’t fit into a keto diet. This recipe is my favorite for low carb tortillas since it’s high in fiber, low in carbs, and has only three ingredients. There are only 0.6 g carbs per tortilla!!

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This keto tortilla recipe doesn’t use coconut flour, psyllium husk, egg, gluten containing flours or cheese. Instead, a soft, pliable is created using 3 main ingredients – almond flour, lupin flour and xanthan gum!

The key to making these tortillas look and taste like a corn tortilla is the lupin flour. Lupin flour has a texture and flavor just like cornmeal but is high in fiber and low in carbs– perfect for a keto diet!

You can easily make a big batch of these tortillas and freeze them to have on hand anytime you need a taco shell or wrap.

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How to make keto tortillas
Recipe Details
Similar recipes others love
Store bought keto tortillas
Variations
How to use keto tortillas
Storage information & meal prep instructions
FAQs
Nutrition information: facts & macronutrients

How to make keto tortillas

Combine ingredients – almond flour, lupin flour, xanthan gum and salt in a bowl. Mix with water until dough forms.
Divide the dough into eight balls to make mini tortillas or four balls to make 6” tortillas.
Flatten using a tortilla press or use a rolling pin to flatten between two sheets of parchment paper.
Place a tortilla in a hot non-stick skillet and cook for 30-60 seconds or until the underside turns brown in some spots, flip and repeat on the other side.

Pro Tip: If the dough is too tacky and moist, sprinkle in more almond flour. If the mixture isn’t forming a dough and is too dry, add just a splash of water to moisten it.

Two tacos filled with pico de gallo, cheese and shredded lettuce with a big tomato at the top of the plate.

Key ingredients

Almond flour – This flour has a delicate texture and is often used in keto baked goods like my keto pizza dough and almond flour cookies. It’s gluten-free, low in carbs and high in fat, making it perfect for this keto almond flour tortilla recipe.
Lupin flour – You’ll find this flour used in a lot of high protein keto products on the market. It’s made from lupin beans and is high in protein and fiber while low in carbohydrates. It’s a great substitute for wheat flour in a lot of recipes as it has a light and fluffy texture similar to whole wheat flour. It has a similar flavor to cornmeal which makes it an excellent choice in this keto tortilla recipe!
Xanthan gum – This is a thickener and stabilizer that’s needed to help hold the tortillas together and help with flexibility, so your tortillas don’t break when you bend or wrap them. Without it, your tortillas will stick to the parchment paper and crumble easily after cooking (not ideal!). Other recipes use psyllium husk to help the tortillas keep their shape; however, psyllium husk can cause your low carb tortilla dough have a purplish color.

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Keto Tortillas Ingredients

½ cup almond flour
⅓ cup lupin flour
1 tablespoon xanthan gum
½ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons water
tortilla press
parchment cirlces

Keto Tortillas Directions

STEP

1
Make tortilla dough

In a small bowl, combine almond flour, lupin flour, xanthan gum and salt. Pour in water and mix until dough forms. The dough should feel similar to play-doh.
Ingredients

½ cup almond flour

⅓ cup cup lupin flour

1 tablespoon xanthan gum

½ teaspoon salt

6 tablespoons water
Quick Tip
If dough is too tacky and moist, sprinkle in more almond flour. If the mixture isn’t forming a dough and is too dry and a splash of water.
STEP

2

Roll into balls

Divide dough into 8 balls to make mini tortillas (4”) or 4 balls to make 6” tortillas.

Quick Tip
To make larger tortillas, just make larger balls. Macros above are for eight 4 inch tortillas.
STEP

3

Flatten into tortillas

Flatten into a tortilla using a tortilla press. Sandwich a ball between two sheets of parchment paper and press down to flatten. Can flatten using a rolling pin as well.

Quick Tip
To remove the tortilla from the parchment paper, carefully peel off one side of the parchment paper. Return parchment, flip and peel off the second side.
STEP

4

Cook tortillas

Place a tortilla in a skillet heated on high heat. Cook for 30-60 seconds or until the underside starts to turn brown in some spots. Flip and cook the other side for 30 seconds. Remove from skillet and place back on parchment paper to cool.

Quick Tip
DO NOT using oil or cooking spray. The tortillas need to be dry seared.

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Store bought keto tortillas

This recipe is quick, simple and tastes amazing – plus, it’s gluten-free, unlike many store-bought brands. But if you’re looking for keto friendly tortillas that you can buy at the store or online, here are a few you can try!

Hero Flour Tortillas – 16 grams total carbs, 0 grams net carbs
Mr. Tortilla – 3 grams total carbs, 1 gram net carbs, vegan
Mission Zero Carb Tortillas – 7 grams total carbs, 0 grams net carbs
La Banderita Carb Counter Tortillas – 5 grams total carbs, 0 grams net carbs
Maria and Ricardo’s Almond Flour Tortillas – 13 grams total carbs, 4 grams net carbs, grain-free, gluten-free
Untortillas – 11 g total carbs, 3 grams net carbs, gluten-free, clean ingredients

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Variations

If you want to add a little extra flavor to your keto wraps, you can add any dry seasonings or spices along with the flour and xanthan gum before mixing with water. Here are some herbs and spices that would be fantastic with these tortillas:

Garlic powder
Onion Powder
Cayenne pepper (for a little heat!)
Paprika
Dried Basil

How to use keto tortillas

Once you have a big batch of these wraps ready to go, try them in some of my favorite recipes!

Dessert Tortilla Wrap – chocolate, cream and strawberries inside of a warm tortilla.
Breakfast Quesadillas – filled with bacon, sausage, eggs, vegetables and cheese!
Chicken Taquitos – shredded chicken and creamy cheese wrapped in a tortilla and pan-fried.
BBQ Chicken Tostadas – shredded and juicy BBQ chicken on a toasted tortilla.

Storage information & meal prep instructions

These tortillas are perfect for batch cooking and storing for later. Just let them cool and wrap them in an airtight bag or container. They only take minutes to make and you can either store them in:

The refrigerator for up to five days. The tortilla dough can be wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. If the dough starts to dry out, knead in some water.

The freezer for up to one month. If freezing, I suggest freezing them in a single layer for 2-4 hours, then putting them in an airtight bag or container so they don’t freeze together. When using, just remove them and let them thaw in the refrigerator or on the counter.

Keto Tortillas: FAQS

Which is better for keto - corn or flour tortillas?

Both corn and traditional flour tortillas are too high in carbohydrates for a keto diet. Low carb tortillas are often made using different flours such as lupin and almond flours.

Are tortillas keto?

Traditional tortillas are not keto. But this recipe is perfect for a keto diet, and many alternative flour, cheese, or cauliflower tortillas are available in stores.

Can I use coconut flour for this recipe?

I haven't tested this recipe using coconut flour. If you want to test try it, I suggest using 2-3 tablespoons of coconut flour. You may need to adjust the amount of water until a dough forms that is feels like play-doh.

Nutritional information & Macros

Amount Per Serving
Calories	57
Fat	4.1g
Protein	3.5g
Total Carbs	3.2g
Net Carbs	0.6g

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