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homemade High Protein Grain-free Tortillas (Red Lentil and Buckwheat) photo

High Protein Grain-free Tortillas (Red Lentil and Buckwheat)

Thin, high-protein grain-free tortillas made from soaked red lentils and buckwheat that cook quickly on a skillet.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • kettle or pot to boil water
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • non-stick frying pan (about 10.5 inch / 26 cm)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • crepe spreader (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup red lentils
  • 1/2 cup buckwheat (raw seeds)
  • 3/4 cup fresh water (for blending) add gradually, start with 1/4 cup to check consistency
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring water to a boil in a kettle or pot, then pour over the red lentils and buckwheat to cover and soak for 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes, drain the soaked lentils and buckwheat completely; the lentils should be split and lighter in color and the buckwheat should be soft enough to squash between your fingers.
  • Place the drained lentils and buckwheat in a blender or food processor. Add the fresh water and seasonings (garlic powder, salt, and black pepper).
  • Blend the mixture until as smooth as possible, scraping down the sides as needed; adjust water by adding small amounts if the batter is too thick.
  • Heat a non-stick frying pan over low–medium heat. For each tortilla or taco, pour approximately 1/3 cup of batter into the center of the pan and spread gently to an even thin circle (use a crepe spreader or a spatula to help).
  • Cook on low–medium heat until the top appears set and dry, then flip and cook the other side for another minute or two until cooked through but still pliable.
  • Repeat with remaining batter. For larger tortillas/wraps use two 1/3-cup portions per tortilla; for tacos use one 1/3-cup portion per taco.

Notes

  • Use two 1/3-cup portions for larger tortilla/wrap size or one 1/3-cup for taco size.
  • Place parchment paper between hot tortillas to prevent sticking.
  • Stack with the first-cooked side down to keep order and prevent sticking.
  • Tortillas remain soft and pliable for about 1–2 days.