Tortilla Chips Better Than Restaurants
Transform your snack game with these easy, homemade Tortilla Chips Better Than Restaurants! Crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients like fresh corn tortillas and a touch of salt, these chips deliver a perfectly golden crunch that's miles ahead of store-bought varieties. Fried to crispy perfection in hot vegetable oil, each batch boasts authentic flavor and texture reminiscent of your favorite taqueria, with the option to elevate them further with a refreshing squeeze of lime. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe guarantees irresistibly fresh chips that pair perfectly with creamy guacamole, tangy salsa, or smooth queso. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these homemade tortilla chips will quickly become your go-to snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 pieces Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 piece Lime (optional)
Instructions
Cut the corn tortillas into wedges. Stack 2-3 tortillas at a time, then cut them into halves, then quarters, and then eighths to create evenly-sized triangular pieces.
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or pot, pour in the vegetable oil until it’s about 1-2 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, test by adding a small piece of tortilla; it should sizzle immediately.
Working in small batches, carefully add the tortilla wedges into the hot oil in a single layer, ensuring they’re not overcrowded. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until the chips are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the cooked chips to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While the chips are still warm, sprinkle them evenly with salt. If desired, squeeze a bit of fresh lime juice over them for extra flavor.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining tortilla wedges until all chips are cooked.
Serve the homemade tortilla chips warm or at room temperature with your favorite dips like salsa, guacamole, or queso. Enjoy your superior, restaurant-quality chips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 432.2 g | 554% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.7 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2461 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.6 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
