Low Carb Coconut and Almond Flour Tortillas

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I’ve been looking for a good Plant Paradoxdiet approved tortilla recipe for a while. Even though I’ve found a few cassava or tapioca starch based recipes, I was searching for an option that was lower in carbs. I tested a handful of recipes online, but so many of them used ingredients that I didn’t typically have on hand (like lard) or that required a ton of ingredients and effort. I tested and tweaked until I came up with a simple version of low carb coconut and almond flour tortillas that worked well for me.

I hope your family loves them as much as mine does!

Low Carb Coconut and Almond Flour Tortillas – A Few Notes

Coconut flour and almond flour can vary widely by brand. For the best results, you’re going to want a superfine grind. Make sure you are using almond flour and not almond meal.

What’s the Difference Between Almond Flour and Almond Meal?

While both almond meal and almond flour are made up of ground almonds, they are very different products. Almond meal is made with the whole almond, skin and all. Almond flour is made from almonds that have had their skins removed and then blanched.

Only almond flour is approved for those following a Plant Paradox diet.

I like Wellbee’s and Anthony’s the best. I’ve also heard GREAT things about Costco’s Kirkland brand almond flour but haven’t tried it. If you try it, will you let me know what you think?

Does the Brand of Coconut Flour I Use Matter?

Yes and no. You can use any coconut flour you want, but since these also vary widely by brand, you may have to adjust how much liquid you use depending on the brand. I personally prefer a superfine grind of coconut flour like Anthony’s.

It’s also organic and VERY reasonably priced, so that’s a double win in my book!

This Recipe Calls For Xanthan Gum. Is That Safe?

I know what you’re thinking because it’s what I thought, too.

Xanthan gum sounds weird.

Like it can’t possibly be something I’d want to ingest.

Turns out, unless you’re ingesting large amounts of it, it’s perfectly safe. Dr. Gundry and Dr. Axe have touched on this here and here.

AND – xanthan gum actually has some health benefits!

Low Carb Coconut and Almond Flour Tortillas – Recipe

Ready to get started? These low carb, keto-friendly tortillas are super tasty, pliable, and great for stuffing! I love making a big batch of pulled pork and freezing small portions so I can whip up some killer tacos anytime I get a craving.

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Low Carb Coconut and Almond Flour Tortillas are gluten free, keto friendly, and Plant Paradox compliant! These delicious tortillas are soft, pliable and EASY!

CourseMain Course

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Resting Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

3/4 cupalmond flour
4tblcoconut flour
1tspxanthan gum
1/2tspkosher salt
1egg, lightly beaten
2tblwater

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a food processor.
Pulse together until soft dough forms. If dough looks too dry to come together, add 1 tsp of water and pulse. Repeat if necessary, being careful not to overly moisten dough.
Once soft dough forms, roll lightly into a ball, and place in a plastic bag or cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 days.
Once chilled, cut dough into 8 pieces.
Take 1 piece of dough, roll into a ball, and flatten slightly between two sheet of parchment paper.
Roll out dough. You might need to slowly remove parchment paper and reposition to avoid wrinkling.
Optional - use a lid or bowl to cut out circular shape if desired. Sometimes I'm lazy and leave it a bit more rustic. Either way will taste delicious.
Repeat until all dough is rolled out.
Over medium - high heat, place a cast iron pan until hot.
Add tortilla and cook for about 5 seconds. Flip, and cook for 10-15 seconds and flip for another 5 seconds. Be careful not to overcook tortillas as this leads to them getting hard.
Place tortilla in a warm oven while you're cooking the rest of them as this will keep them nice and soft until it's time to eat.