Combine the dry ingredients. Mix together the all-purpose flour, chipotle powder or smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl until completely combined.

Add the fat of choice. Incorporate vegetable shortening, butter, or oil into the mixture using your hands until it takes on a wet sand-like consistency.

Mix in the chipotle flavor. Stir in the chipotle sauce and chopped peppers in adobo sauce until everything is well incorporated.

Add hot water to make the dough. Gradually add hot water to form a soft, pliable dough that is not too dry or too sticky.

Knead the dough. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Roll out the tortillas. Preheat a skillet over medium heat, then divide the dough into 12-15 equal parts. Use either a rolling pin or a tortilla press to roll each part into a thin circle.

Cook the tortillas. Place the rolled-out tortillas on the preheated skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until they begin to puff up, then flip over and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Transfer cooked tortillas to a plate lined with paper towels.