How do you steam tortillas
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Steam them in microwave following package directions then put in warmer to take to the table. Warmer keeps them warm and soft. Use the warmer more for pancakes really works well. Have wondered if warmer could be put in microwave to warm tortillas but haven't try yet
827268
I usually line the warmer with a paper towel, put flour tortilla in, (I usually just do one at a time , since it only takes a few seconds to warm each one), heat on high in microwave about 20 seconds. This is a great warmer. You can heat bread, buns, rolls, etc. it keeps anything warm that you want---pancakes, waffles etc. I don't think it will ever wear out, it is so durable!
638371
I steam vegetables, fish,farro, rice...anything that taste best steam...I also reheat leftovers with steam, so they do not get dried up.
1299224
We had this problem the first couple of times. What we found out is if you wrap four tortillas in wet paper towels and Microwave for just under a minute. The tortillas will be very hot and steamy. They lay right over the rack with out using any spray or anything. They bake perfectly that way without falling off. We love this gadget.
616222
These pans are meant for baking so you won't get a nice, puffy, crispy golden shell from these pans. I have baked the tortillas dry, brushed oil on them and have sprayed them with pretty much the same results each time. But we prefer the lower calorie/fat from baking them dry.If you are looking for the tortillas to be how restaurants serve taco salads in, you'll need to fry the tortillas and these pans aren't the proper equipment for that. There are metal wire molds available out there for frying tortillas. I'd probably check kitchen stores and restaurant supply companies for them and you'll need a deep fryer, tall pot or even a turkey fryer. And lots of oil. These pans are meant for baking so you won't get a nice, puffy, crispy golden shell from these pans. I have baked the tortillas dry, brushed oil on them and have sprayed them with pretty much the same results each time. But we prefer the lower calorie/fat from baking them dry.If you are looking for the tortillas to be how restaurants serve taco salads in, you'll need to fry the tortillas and these pans aren't the proper equipment for that. There are metal wire molds available out there for frying tortillas. I'd probably check kitchen stores and restaurant... » Read More These pans are meant for baking so you won't get a nice, puffy, crispy golden shell from these pans. I have baked the tortillas dry, brushed oil on them and have sprayed them with pretty much the same results each time. But we prefer the lower calorie/fat from baking them dry.If you are looking for the tortillas to be how restaurants serve taco salads in, you'll need to fry the tortillas and these pans aren't the proper equipment for that. There are metal wire molds available out there for frying tortillas. I'd probably check kitchen stores and restaurant supply companies for them and you'll need a deep fryer, tall pot or even a turkey fryer. And lots of oil. « Show Less
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The instructions were on my box. They say to heat oven to 375 degrees and cookbetween 10 and 15 minutes. We had to buy thinner tortillas, by the way. And we also had to make several tries to get just the correct cook time, but they eventualy turned out just right.
1986325
Well, it's like the other responses, this is not used to cook the tortillas. It is. Just used to press them out. Then you put them in a pan to cook them. I use the plastic shopping bags on each side of the press. I love mine. You can really crank them out.
228503
It's only about half an inch high, so to steam you'd be really limited in the amount of water. For steaming you might want to stack a couple of them and use a metal colander that has a long base.
1708548
Not really, you need a heated press for flour tortillas otherwise they shrink back into tiny circles when you open the press
1116171
You have to squeeze the handle down and then turn the tortilla 90 degrees then squeez again. No tortilla press would do an even tortilla on one single press. This tortilla press is awesome because it blind cooks your flour tortilla, the you finished them on a skillet.
2225171
I put a warm, slightly damp towel in the warmer first to make sure that my tortillas stay warm and don't dry out. It works beautifully!
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Rick Bayless' recipe for corn tortilla's starts with this advice: "If using powdered masa harina, measure into bowl and add 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons hot tap water. Mix with hand, kneading until thoroughly combined. Cover and let stand 15 minutes." Knowing the way grains and flours work, using cold water and/or not letting it sit would probably lead to the tortillas falling apart. The corn flour needs time to absorb the water, and hot water would be absorbed faster (same as oats). Good luck!
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Place water in bottom pan (water should not touch bottom of steamer), let water come to boiol; place steamer on top (inside the pan); place items to be streamed in steam bassket), put lid on. steam for recommended time on product being cooked. ex. brocolli, fresh - 2 to 3 mins( for myself). . or to your taste. This is very good for most vegetable; and warming food already cooked - also good for fish, shrimp, If there are instructions on package being ued, check for cooking time.
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Here's some instructions for you. Mine didn't come with any either, which I'm seeing is a common complaint of the product, but none the less, still a great item. All temps are 400 NEVER go above 400. 6.5"-8" tortilla 5-7 mins or 7-10 mins for extra crispy. 10" tortilla 7-10 mins or 10-12 mins for extra crispy. No need to oil or spray the pan unless you're just going for extra flavor.
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No it is only a press ...in other words just shaps the tortilla...you need to roll the dough out into little balls...then press...you can cook the tortillas in a frying pan...as soon as you see bubbles flip over and cook the other side....they cook very quickly....hope this helps.
1299221
I sprinkle flour on the rack, just a little. Enough for it to hold the tortillas but not to much that you taste it.
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Hi Nancy, I'm Joe. Believe it or not we have 2 of these and they're very good for almost anything. For steaming veggies, I put about 2 inches of water, and place a large colander over the pan, put whatever veggies in it, cover with lid and let the steam do its job. I also use it to steam hamburger or hot dog buns. We've had these about 2 years now. What I would suggest is that every time you take get ready to use it put 2 or 3 drops olive oil, swish it around with a paper towel. This will help keep pans non-stick properties. Be sure to keep an eye on the water level. Hope this helps, Joe
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It has two rims that heat seal the tortillas together. If you use larger ones, it will just be extra tortilla sticking out the sides with nothing in between. If you have bigger ones that you want to use up, you could trim them with scissors first.