Victoria8 Inches Cast Iron Tortilla Press, Roti Maker and Tortilladora, Pataconera Seasoned with Flaxseed Oil, Made in Colombia

This cast iron tortilla press is an excellent tool that delivers on both performance and value. It’s surprisingly versatile, I originally got it for tortillas, but have since used it for pie crusts and dumpling wrappers too. The press is simple to use, just place your dough ball slightly closer to the hinge (vs. the middle), close the lid, and press down with the handle. It flattens dough evenly into a nice circular shape that’s hard to replicate with a rolling pin, and does so quickly and consistently. The cast iron has a solid, heavy feel that actually works in your favor, you don’t need to apply much force to get great results. It comes pre-seasoned, which is nice, and while mine didn't have any rust or issues, I still recommend giving it a quick light oil coat every now and then to maintain it. Using parchment paper between the plates also help keep cleanup nice and easy. The handle feels sturdy and reliable with no signs of stress or cracking so far, and the flat, compact design makes storage easy, even with the handle still attached. All in all, works beautifully, and feels built to last. Definitely worth a try in my opinion!

I got this tortilla press the other day and made some flour tortillas tonight for the first time. The press worked really well. I used the sliced ziplock while pressing the dough and it kept the press clean. Because it was flour dough I pressed it, turned 1/4 turn and pressed again until I did 4 presses. I found that my electric griddle just wasn't hot enough, so it took too long to cook. I also found that they were thicker than they should be. So, for the last few tortillas, I just kind of stretched the dough thinner. I'll make them a little thinner still next time. They tasted good, but I think they'll cook faster / better if thinner. I used the recipe that was on the manufacturer site. I changed it a tiny bit, but great recipe and easy to handle dough. I made dough in KitchenAid mixer and I "kneaded" it in the mixer with dough hook a few minutes until it was smooth. I rested dough 20 minutes. Then I made the dough balls and rested them about 10 minutes. So, if I use a hotter griddle (on my stove) or get a better electric griddle, my tortillas should be great.I can't speak to how long it'll last, but I can't imagine how they broke for so many reviewers. It seems sturdy, and you don't need to push down very hard on it to flatten the dough.I'm very happy with this!UPDATE: I've made corn and flour tortillas using this a few times now. I used advice on a Mexican woman's you tube tutorial, just to be sure I'm doing it right. She used a little lard in them both. I ordered some highly rated, expensive leaf lard. I forget brand but comes in plastic rectangular tub. It has little taste of it's own but brings out the taste and and texture of both flour and corn tortillas. Just a couple tablespoons per about 16 tortillas. I always do double batch because we wolf them down pretty quickly! Still no issues with the press after like 5 or 6 batches. I cook them with middle oblong burner on gas stove ( most of way up on my stove) using rectangular cast iron flat griddle. Works perfectly

Easy to assemble and heavy to make realy thin tortillas. Im happy with my purchase

I'm giving this Cast Iron Tortilla Press 4 stars because it does exactly what it's supposed to do: it presses perfect tortillas! The cast iron construction is undeniably robust. You can tell this thing is built to last and will hold up to years of use. I've been making consistently round and evenly pressed tortillas since I got it. The resulting tortillas cook up beautifully on my comal.However, and this is a big HOWEVER, be prepared for some serious heft! This press is super heavy. Like, surprisingly heavy. It's definitely not something you want to drop on your foot. While the weight contributes to its effectiveness in pressing, it also makes it a bit cumbersome to store and maneuver. If you have limited wrist strength, you might want to consider a lighter option, or enlist a helper!Also, I’d recommend investing in some parchment paper or plastic pressing sheets. It really helps prevent the dough from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. I didn't do that at first and learned my lesson the hard way!Overall, I'm happy with my purchase. The quality of the tortillas is worth the extra effort. Just be aware of the weight before you buy. It’s a solid, well-made product that will last a lifetime, but it’s definitely a workout tool as much as a kitchen appliance!