We’re here to tackle one of the most disputed topics when it comes to food (after all tacos are life, and we need answers): When it comes to tortillas, what’s the better option, corn or flour tortillas?
There are many pro-con lists across the internet, and when the argument relates to health matters, the scales tilt on the side of corn. Corn tortillas have fewer carbohydrates, sugars and saturated fats, and pack a higher dose of fiber.
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Flour tortillas on the other hand have more protein, and higher amounts of iron, calcium and potassium. And whereas some might argue that wheat tortillas might be a proper supplement for flour, the only big difference is that flour gets more of its calories from fat than wheat does, but they seem to be just about the same, once you carefully consider all the ingredients.
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Now that we got all that scienc-y stuff out of the way, let's talk flavor. Corn tortillas tend to have a grittier, chewier texture, and have a robust taste of toasted grain, which is why arguably, the subtle sweeter flavor of a flour tortilla might not overshadow the ingredients used to stuff, top, or dip the taco.
Flour, however, does not benefit from being fried, so when it comes to chips, corn is the landslide winner.
We’ve decided that we’re not going to choose one over the other, and instead, work with their qualities to achieve the ultimate sabor!
Tostadas (Corn)
When eating a proper tostada the ultimate goal is that fried, crunchy flavor that’s going to start the fiesta in your mouth with all the toppings on it.
Burrito (Flour)
When it comes to burritos, the more the merrier, and in order to be able to pack a hearty amount of ingredients, you’re going to need the elasticity and surface area of a flour tortilla. It's also better to seal en la plancha!
Chilaquiles (Corn)
Nothing ruins this breakfast favorite as quickly as soggy chips at the bottom of that saucy goodness (preferably topped with a fried egg), which is why you've gotta go with corn (fried) tortillas on this one.
Quesadillas (Flour)
If corn makes for a better fried contestant, we’d argue that flour makes for better grill-marks and, since it doesn’t char as quickly, it also allows for a more successful melted cheese--the stringy-yet smooth, Instagram worthy gooey kind.