Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of crispy homemade tortilla chips, perfect for dipping or snacking. Simple to make and bursting with flavor, they are a must for any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable oil (canola or peanut)
- Sea salt (to taste)
- Optional: Chili powder or lime zest for added flavor
Instructions
- Clear your workspace and gather necessary tools: frying pan, slotted spoon, and paper towels.
- Stack corn tortillas and cut into quarters or sixths.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry tortilla pieces in batches for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer fried chips onto paper towels to drain excess oil; sprinkle with sea salt or desired seasonings while hot.
- Serve warm with salsa or guacamole for an unforgettable snack experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg