High Protein Chickpea Flour Tortillas (Grain-Free, 2-Ingredients)

Straightforward high-protein chickpea flour tortillas are the reliable grain-free tortillas! They are vegan, gluten-free & grain-free with 8 grams protein and 5 grams fiber per tortilla.

The search for straightforward, satisfying high-protein tortillas is over. I was born and raised in California, and have been living in Texas for a decade, so I know tortillas. These are the real deal.

The secret to making straightforward and memorable high-protein tortillas? Chickpea flour.Forget about kneading and rolling. And nope, no tortilla press required. Simply whisk together an straightforward, 2-ingredient batter, ladle it into a pan, and cook on both sides.

The results are flexible, yet sturdy, great-tasting tortillas with8 grams of proteinand5 grams of fibereach!

Reasons to Love High-Protein Chickpea Flour Tortillas

• High in protein (8 grams per tortilla)
• High in fiber (5 grams per tortilla)
• Straightforward to make (no rolling, no pressing)
• Vegan (egg-free, dairy-free)
• Grain-free
• Gluten-free
• Satisfying, versatile, and flexible

Ingredients for High Protein Tortillas

The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post.Toggle betweenUS Customary(volume) andMetric(weights) for preferred measurement option.

To make these straightforward grain-free tortillas, you will need:

1. Chickpea flour (also called garbanzo bean flour, or besan)
2. Flaxseed meal (ground flax seeds)

You will also need water, to mix the batter. I use filtered tap water. Salt is optional, but I recommend adding it.

Tip: Grind Your Own Chickpea Flour

If you have a high-speed blender, you can grind your own chickpea flour from dried whole chickpeas. Place the dried chickpeas in the blender container. Blend on high until ground into a fine flour. Note: regular blenders and food processors will not work for grinding chickpeas into fine flour. The chickpeas are too hard to break down with the food processor blade, and can overheat a regular blender.

How to Make High Protein Chickpea Flour Tortillas

Note that the complete instructions are also in the recipe card below.

Making these tortillas could not be easier. These tortillas do not require rolling or pressing of tortilla dough because they are made with a plain batter (similar to making crepes).

• Step One: Whisk the Dry Ingredients.In a large bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, flaxseed meal, and (optional) salt until combined.
• Step Two: Add the Water.Next, whisk in the water until the batter is completely smooth.
• Step Three: Let Batter Rest.Let the batter stand for 10 minutes. This is a great time to daydream, check your email, or gaze out the window :).
• Step Four: Heat the Skillet.Heat a large nonstick skillet (a ceramic nonstick pan or a well-seasoned cast iron skillet) over medium-high heat. If desired (or if you do not have a nonstick pan), spray or lightly grease the pan with the oil of your choice (this means, of course, that the tortillas will no longer be 100% oil-free).
• Step Five: Portion and Spread the Batter.A ladle is the reliable tool for the next step: portioning the batter, 1/3 cup (75 mL) at a time, into the hot skillet. Immediately after adding the batter, tilt the skillet in all directions to cover bottom of pan. Cook for about 45 seconds, until the tortilla is just golden at the edges.
• Step Six: Cook and Flip the Tortilla.With a spatula, carefully lift an edge of the tortilla to test for doneness. The tortilla is ready to turn when it is golden brown on the bottom and can be shaken loose from the pan. Turn the tortilla over and cook for 15 to 30 seconds, until golden brown.
• Step Seven: Cool the Tortilla.Transfer the tortilla to a cooling rack or clean kitchen towel to cool completely.

Repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat as necessary between tortillas.

Texture & Flavor

These high-protein chickpea flour tortillas are flexible yet sturdy, much like traditional flour tortillas made with wheat flour. The taste is much like flour totillas, too. The addition of flaxseed meal makes them taste similar to whole grain tortillas.

With8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber pertortilla, they are both filling and satisfying.

How to Serve High-Protein Chickpea Tortillas

Try the tortillas:

• WithTex-Mex favorites, such as tacos, burritos, and enchiladas
• Forbreakfast, filled with beans, avocado, andVegan Scrambled Eggs
• As anourishing snack, spread with peanut butter, topped with sliced bananas, and rolled up, or hummus with chopped cucumbers and tomatoes
• Forlunch, as sandwich wraps

How to Store Chickpea Flour Tortillas

If you plan to store the tortillas. cool completely and then stack between sheets of waxed paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Can I use a different gluten-free flour instead of chickpea flour?No, I do not recommend substituting the chickpea flour. Other gluten-free flours or blends will alter the texture and structure.
• Can I use something other than flaxseed meal?You can substitute an equal weight of ground chia seeds for the flaxseed meal
• Can I omit the flaxseed altogether?Yes, you can. Add an extra tablespoon or two of chickpea flour to the batter.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Does chickpea flour taste like chickpeas in all recipes?Not in this recipe. The thin layer of batter, cooked well on each side, results in tortillas with a neutral flavor similar to flour tortillas.
• Can I make these high protein vegan tortillas ahead of time?Yes. The tortillas keep well for several days.
• Are these chickpea flour tortillas flexible?Yes, they are very pliable, as a tortillas should be, yet tender, too. They fold, roll, and stack with ease.

Is Chickpea Flour High in Protein?

Yes—chickpea flour is naturally high in plant-based protein. Made from ground chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans), it contains about6 grams of protein per ¼ cup, along with fiber, iron, and other important nutrients. Because it’s bothprotein-rich and gluten-free, chickpea flour is a popular ingredient in plant-based baking and cooking.

Happy cooking!

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