What kind of rolling pin is best for tortillas?

GOBAM Wood Rolling Pin It is 11 inches in length, with a 1.38-inch diameter. This traditional wooden rolling pin is a bit smaller than most, making it the perfect size for rolling tortillas.

Do you need a rolling pin to make tortillas?

For preparing a tortilla you are going to need a rolling pin. While a rolling pin is a basic baking tool, it can be very useful. They can not only help you achieve the appropriate thickness of the dough, but it can also help you to stretch it so you can get something out of it, regardless of what it is used for.

Is wood or silicone rolling pin better?

If you’re concerned about your doughs sticking to a traditional wood rolling pin and are sick of sprinkling flour everywhere, try a silicone rolling pin ($9). It’s nonstick, lightweight and a cinch to clean.

What is a tortilla rolling pin?

A palote (aka tortilla pin) is a handle-less rolling pin used in northern Mexico for rolling out flour tortillas (corn tortillas, made in central and southern Mexico, are made with a tortilla press.) Having no handles, they are very much like the French-style rolling pins, except they have completely straight ends.

How do you roll tortillas without a roller?

But, if you need to roll dough, here are a few things you can use.

  1. 1 – Wine Bottle. What is this?
  2. 2 – Drinking Glass. A cylindrical drinking glass makes for a great rolling pin.
  3. 3 – Reusable Water Bottle. What is this?
  4. 4 – Soda Can.
  5. 5 – PVC Pipe.
  6. 6 – Tortilla Press.
  7. 7 – A Watermelon.
  8. 8 – Wooden Dowel.

How do I choose a good rolling pin?

Pick a rolling pin that is solid, but not extremely heavy. Pick a rolling pin that is reasonably long, but not so long that you have difficulty maneuvering it on the counter (I had an 18-inch rolling pin that was just too unweildy for me).

What material is best for a rolling pin?

Which material?

  • Wood: A classic rolling pin is made of wood, which bakers love as it can easily be dusted with flour and, with love and care, will last a lifetime.
  • Marble: The weight and smoothness of the marble offer a super-smooth roll over both shortcrust pastry and cookie dough.

What is a Palote?

A palote (aka tortilla pin) is a handle-less rolling pin used in northern Mexico for rolling out flour tortillas (corn tortillas, made in central and southern Mexico, are made with a tortilla press.)

How do you roll tortilla pinwheels?

Directions

  1. Beat cream cheese, cheese and sour cream until blended. Stir in olives, green chiles, green onions and seasonings.
  2. Spread over tortillas; roll up tightly. Wrap each in plastic, twisting ends to seal; refrigerate several hours.
  3. Unwrap. Cut into 1/2- to 3/4-in. slices, using a serrated knife.