Telera

Telera is a traditional Mexican bread that is perfect for making tortas, a type of sandwich. This recipe will guide you through making your own telera at home!

Telera

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, and salt together.
  2. Add the warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients.
  3. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  5. Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a round roll.
  6. Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Bake the telera rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the rolls cool before slicing and using for tortas.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons Bread knife

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the telera rolls with your favorite fillings for tortas, such as grilled meats, avocado, and pickled jalapeños.

Tips & tricks

For a crispier crust, place a pan of water in the bottom of the oven while baking the telera rolls.

Cost

$3