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1Cut a slit from the outside to the middle of the tortilla.
2Fill each quarter of the tortilla with 1 topping.
3Fold the quarters over each other to make a triangle.
4Toast your tortilla on a skillet.
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Tortillas are great for a filling snack, a hearty breakfast, or a sweet dessert. If you tend to overstuff your tortillas, you’ve probably run into the pain of breaking or tearing your tortilla as you fold it. Not to worry, with this hack, you won’t have to worry about ripping your tortilla ever again! Pick out your favorite toppings and get to folding for a delicious wrap that’s easy to make (and even easier to eat).
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Cut a slit from the outside to the middle of the tortilla.
Make it easy to fold your tortilla without ripping it. Spread your tortilla flat on a plate or cutting board, then use a sharp knife to cut from the bottom edge to the center. Don’t go up any higher than that, or your toppings might fall out!
- If using a knife is too difficult, try using a pizza cutter instead.
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Fill each quarter of the tortilla with 1 topping.
In your head, separate your tortilla into even quarters. Pick out your fillings, then put one in each quarter, leaving about 1⁄2in (1.3cm) around the edge of each ingredient. Spread the fillings out evenly to make the perfect wrap. You could try:
- Sweet tortilla: bananas, strawberries, whipped cream, and Nutella.
- Breakfast tortilla: scrambled eggs, bacon, cheese, and hashbrowns.
- Pizza tortilla: tomato sauce, pepperoni, cheese, and mushrooms.
- Burrito tortilla: beans, carnitas, shredded cheese, and guacamole.
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Fold the quarters over each other to make a triangle.
Turn your tortilla into a wrap by folding it 3 times. Start by folding the quarter on the left side of the slit upwards. Then, fold those 2 quarters over the right. Finally, fold those 3 quarters down onto the last quarter to make a tortilla triangle. It might sound complicated, but don’t overthink it!
- Keep an eye on your fillings so they don’t fall out as you fold.
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Toast your tortilla on a skillet.
This is optional, but it will give your tortilla that crispy crunch. Set your folded tortilla down onto a hot skillet or panini maker, then flip it after 2 to 3 minutes. Once each side is nice and toasty brown, put it on a plate and dig in!
- For a breakfast tortilla, grab some hot sauce to dip it in.
- For a savory lunch tortilla, dip it in some Ranch or salsa.
- If your tortilla is sweet, try some melted chocolate or a little bit of creamy peanut butter on the side.
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Corn tortillas are usually best for most authentic Mexican meals, such as tacos and enchiladas. On the other hand, flour tortillas are better suited for burritos and fajitas, which have more filling.[1]
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Tortillas are usually stiffer and prone to breakage when they are cold. By heating them a little bit, you can avoid problems.[2]
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If you want your tortillas to still be pliable after heating, try stacking them under a damp cloth until the moment you wish to use them.[3]
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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden. Hannah Madden is a writer, editor, and artist currently living in Portland, Oregon. In 2018, she graduated from Portland State University with a B.S. in Environmental Studies. Hannah enjoys writing articles about conservation, sustainability, and eco-friendly products. When she isn’t writing, you can find Hannah working on hand embroidery projects and listening to music. This article has been viewed 2,475 times.
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To keep your tortilla from breaking when you make a wrap, use a knife to cut a slit going from one edge of the tortilla to the center. This will make your tortilla easier to fold. When you add the fillings, place an even-sized pile of each ingredient on each quarter of the tortilla to help keep them evenly distributed. Grab the edge of the tortilla to the left of the slit you cut, then fold that quarter over towards the opposite edge, parallel to the slit. Make 2 more folds, moving from left to right, until your tortilla is folded into a triangular shape. Keep reading to learn how to toast your wrap!
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