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High-Protein Tortilla

Easy homemade high-protein tortillas made with flour and faba bean protein powder. Soft, flexible, and perfect for wraps, tacos, or serving with curry.

Jump to Recipe 3/15/2026
Stack of soft high-protein tortillas

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These tortillas stay soft and flexible while still being high in protein, which is what most versions get wrong. They actually hold up for wraps instead of cracking or drying out.

Simple Ingredients

This comes down to balance.

The flour gives structure, the protein powder boosts macros, and the ghee keeps everything soft. The biggest factor is how evenly the dough is shaped before cooking.

Best Ways to Enjoy Them

Use these for wraps, tacos, or burritos, or serve them alongside meals like curry or grilled meat. They’re easy to batch and reheat well.

Inspiration

At CraveSmart, we take simple recipes and refine them so they actually work consistently.

Tools That Make This Turn Out Right

This is one of those recipes where shaping makes or breaks the result.

Most people run into:

  • tortillas turning stiff
  • uneven cooking
  • tearing when folding

This is what fixes that.

Tortilla press (fastest + most consistent option)

This makes everything the same thickness in seconds.

Instead of guessing with a rolling pin, you just press and you’re done. It’s faster, more consistent, and gives you better results every time.

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Rolling pin (works fine if you already have one)

If you’re using a rolling pin, just focus on keeping everything even so the tortillas cook properly.

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Cookware (this affects how they cook)

If your pan doesn’t heat evenly, you won’t get proper browning without overcooking parts of the tortilla.

High-Protein Tortilla

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

35 mins

Servings

8

Calories

121

Protein

10.5g

Carbs

13g

Fat

2.1g

Ingredients

Switch between US and metric measurements. Metric conversions are approximate.

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain flour
  • 1 cup faba bean protein powder
  • Pinch of sea salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp warm water
  • 2 tsp ghee

Optional

  • Extra flour for rolling
  • Butter or ghee for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the plain flour and faba bean protein powder thoroughly so the protein distributes evenly.
  2. Add the ghee, salt, and warm water gradually while mixing until a firm dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for 5–8 minutes until smooth.
  4. Cover the dough and let it rest for 20–30 minutes so the protein and flour hydrate properly.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal balls.
  6. Roll each ball into a thin tortilla using a rolling pin or press flat using a tortilla press.
  7. Heat a dry skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
  8. Cook each tortilla for about 20–30 seconds per side until bubbles form and light browning appears.
  9. Stack the tortillas immediately in a clean towel to trap steam and keep them soft.

Tips

  • Resting the dough is essential. It allows the protein powder to hydrate and prevents tough tortillas.
  • Keep the pan hot so the tortillas cook quickly and stay soft.
  • Stacking them in a towel helps them steam and remain flexible.
  • Even thickness is what keeps tortillas soft instead of stiff or breaking.

Variations

  • Add garlic powder or chili powder to the dough for extra flavor.
  • Use the tortillas for tacos, wraps, or burritos.
  • Serve alongside curry or stews instead of traditional flatbread.

Storage

  • Store tortillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat briefly in a pan or microwave to soften.

FAQ

Why is resting the dough important?

Protein powders absorb water more slowly than flour. Resting the dough allows everything to hydrate evenly so the tortillas stay soft instead of dry.

Can I freeze these tortillas?

Yes. Stack them with parchment between each tortilla and freeze for up to 2 months.

What can I use them for?

They work great as taco shells, wraps, burritos, or even as a high-protein side for curries.

Source Note

Inspired by viral high-protein flatbread recipes and adapted into a simple tortilla format for CraveSmart.

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