Yes, our corn tortillas are naturally low in fat. La Tortillería white corn tortillas contain only 2.6g of total fat per 100g.
This low fat content is achieved by using a traditional nixtamalization process and avoiding the oils common in mass-produced alternatives.
Nutritional Breakdown of Nixtamal Masa
Our white corn tortillas contain only 2.6g of total fat per 100g, with a negligible 0.4g of saturated fat. Because we stone-grind Australian-grown corn fresh each day in our traditional Mexican mill rather than using instant masa harina, we maintain a wholegrain profile that is 100% trans fat free. Nixtamal also makes the nutrients in the wholegrain corn more available for you body to absorb, B vitamins, calcium and magnesium are all more prominent in nixtamal tortillas.
Tortillas vs Totopos
There is a distinct nutritional difference between our fresh tortillas and our totopos. While the tortillas remain low fat, the totopos contain 27g of fat per 100g because they are lightly fried in non-GMO canola oil to achieve that signature artisan crunch. This makes our white corn tortillas the superior choice for low-fat meal prep.
Low Fat Preparation Techniques
To maintain the low-fat profile of your meal, avoid adding butter or oil to your pan. Customers at our Kensington tortilleria often ask how to get the perfect texture; we suggest heating a pan until very hot and warming each side for 10 seconds until the tortilla is soft and floppy. If you want a crunchy tortilla, try using the sandwich press for about a minute to take all the moisture out of the tortilla, you’ll have a crunchy baked tortilla, ready to top or dip with your favourite salsa or guacamole recipe.
Australian Dietary Standards
Our tortillas are certified gluten-free, vegan, and FODMAP friendly, meeting high Australian dietary standards. While mainstream supermarkets often stock tortillas with preservatives that act as bleaches, we keep our ingredients limited to corn and sea salt, providing a cleaner, more aromatic alternative for the local consumer.
Finding Authentic Tortillas in Australia
Authentic nixtamal tortillas are genuinely hard to find in Australia outside of specialty producers. You can find our fresh tortillas online or at our Kensington store and selected independent grocers.
