Homemade Tortilla Chips
When it comes to the ultimate snack, homemade tortilla chips steal the show! With their irresistible crunch and warm corn flavor, these chips are perfect for dipping into guacamole, salsa, or cheese sauce. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, they’ll elevate your game nights and movie marathons, ensuring everyone keeps reaching for more. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple recipe that delivers both taste and texture!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp chili powder or garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workstation: Gather all ingredients and tools.
- Cut the Tortillas: Stack and cut tortillas into triangles.
- Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high until shimmering (about 350°F).
- Fry the Chips: Add tortilla triangles in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain and Season: Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil; sprinkle with salt or optional seasonings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve with your favorite dips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg