The Best Corn Tortillas On Store Shelves Come From A Brand Known For Its Beans

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Corn tortillas are the pride and joy of Mexican cuisine as they are the foundational vessel for the beloved taco, not to mention quesadillas and enchiladas. While a corn tortilla recipe is simple, it's much more convenient to pick up a bag of store-bought tortillas at your local grocery store. And certain corn tortilla brands make a product that we'd be proud to use. We sampled five different corn tortilla brands, ranking them according to flavor and texture. And the best corn tortillas on store shelves come from Goya, a brand more well-known for its line of canned beans.

Since beans and tortillas are both Mexican staples, it's fitting that one of the most popular bean brands also takes first place in our corn tortilla ranking. Goya's corn tortillas were notably thick, which means great structural integrity that will hold all kinds of taco fillings without breaking. Despite being ultra-thick, the texture remained soft and bouncy after being heated, whereas competitor tortillas were more prone to getting tough. Another reason Goya tortillas won first place was their nutty flavor profile. The bright and complex taste of these tortillas can stand out and stand up to all the savory taco, burrito, or quesadilla fillings you have in mind, elevating the overall dish.

It's hard to beat fresh corn tortillas, but Goya's corn tortillas are as close as you'll get. And customers posted glowing reviews for them on Walmart's website. A review from a Walmart customer stated, "I've tried many brands, but Goya Corn Tortillas consistently stand out. They have the perfect balance of softness and strength." The review went on to describe the rich corn flavor as "wonderfully authentic." Since corn tortillas don't have a strong, pliable gluten network like flour tortillas, they're more prone to breaking when folded. Consequently, many corn tortillas require doubling up so they won't fail your next taco. However, Goya's tortillas are so thick and moist that you only need one to hold all the fillings you can imagine. To that effect, says one Walmart customer, "when you heat them on a griddle/pan, they don't fall apart or break." 

Another customer said they're also "great for frying compared to other [brands]." So, if you have crispy tacos or homemade tostadas in mind, you can count on Goya's corn tortillas for the win. You can even take a shortcut on the frying front by spraying the tortillas with Pam cooking spray and baking them for around 12 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Goya's black beans ranked highly in a taste test of canned beans, so you can always pair corn tortillas with a corn and bean salsa, or use them as an ingredient for your next breakfast taco.