Tortillas are best served warm and fresh, but that doesn't mean you can't freeze any leftovers or stacks of tortillas for later use. You'll be able to retain as much freshness in handmade tortillas as shop-bought tortillas as long as you know how to store them properly!
So, how should you store your tortillas? Is it better to keep tortillas at room temperature or freeze them after you've taken them home from the store? What are the best freezer cooking tips if you do decide to freeze them?
In this article, we'll look at the best ways to freeze tortillas, so they stay fresh and delicious when you defrost them for supper.
Can You Freeze Tortillas?
You can easily freeze tortillas, and you'll be amazed at how tasty they'll still be when you thaw them later. You'll need to make sure the tortillas are thoroughly frozen to retain the deliciousness.
You'll have to put your tortillas in a suitable container to freeze them properly. This keeps them safe from frost and allows them to take up more nutrients. Stacking tortillas in freezer bags is the simplest method to freeze them.
If you don't have any bags, another great option is to wrap your tortilla stacks in clingfilm or tinfoil before freezing them. If you're going to freeze tortillas that you've pressed by hand, make sure they're completely cool before putting them in the freezer.
If you want your tortillas to maintain their shape, you should limit the number of tortillas you freeze at once. We suggest freezing them in suitable-size stacks for your meals. 5 or 10 tortilla stacks work nicely. You should also store tortillas with foil or parchment paper between each tortilla. When it's time to defrost, this helps to separate them.
Frozen Tortillas Shelf Life
If frozen tortillas are properly stored, they may last up to 8 months. If you keep the tortillas in the freezer for much longer, the flavor, taste, and structure begin to break down, and they won't be as delicious when you defrost them.
If you want them to be at their most delectable, don't leave them for more than 8 months. For the best flavor, we suggest two months!
However, it is dependent on how the tortillas are frozen. Store-bought tortillas will last longer than tortillas that have been freshly made in your home. Store-bought tortillas often include much more preservatives in the recipe and can be frozen for extended periods of time.
Store-bought tortillas will last longer if you keep them in their original packaging and freeze them unopened.
How To Thaw Frozen Tortillas?
It's just as important to defrost tortillas properly as it is to freeze them properly. However, it's simple. Simply take the tortillas out of the freezer and set them to the side to defrost. It shouldn't take more than an hour, depending on the thickness of your tortillas.
You may microwave them on low power if you're in a hurry. However, if you heat them too quickly in the microwave, they may easily turn soggy. If you thaw them rapidly, they may tear or rip easily and mush together.
If you've frozen your tortillas with parchment paper or another layer between them, defrosting them separately will be considerably simpler. This helps the tortillas maintain their shape, and it also allows you to separate them if you don't want to thaw them all at once.
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