Tortilla

/tɔːrˈtiːjɑː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A thin, flat round bread made from cornmeal or wheat flour, typically used in Mexican cuisine.

She wrapped the grilled chicken in a warm tortilla for her lunch.

A Spanish dish made with eggs and potatoes, similar to an omelet.

I ordered a delicious tortilla española at the local tapas bar.

The word 'tortilla' comes from Spanish, diminutive of 'torta', meaning 'cake' or 'flat cake'.

tortilla chip

A snack made from corn tortillas, fried or baked until crispy.

tortilla soup

A traditional Mexican soup made with a base of broth and topped with tortilla strips.

flour tortilla

A tortilla made with wheat flour, usually softer and pliable.

taco

A traditional Mexican dish consisting of a folded or rolled tortilla filled with various ingredients.

burrito

A type of tortilla wrap filled with meat, beans, and other ingredients.

fajita

A dish consisting of grilled meat served in tortillas with various toppings.

Tortilla land

Refers to a place where tortillas are made in abundance, often used humorously.

Tortilla face

A playful insult among friends, referring to someone with a round face.