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Tortilla Chips (Homemade from Corn Tortillas)

A recipe from the Bmarchai Recipes collection.

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Tortilla Chips (Homemade from Corn Tortillas)

Nutrition (per serving)

140Calories
2 gProtein
18 gCarbs
7 gFat
0 gSugar
300 mgSalt

Ingredients

  • 12–15 (6-inch) Corn tortillas (fresh or store-bought)
  • for deep frying (≈1 liter) Vegetable oil
  • to taste Sea salt or kosher salt

Method

  1. Cut each tortilla into 6–8 wedges (pizza-slice style).
  2. Heat oil in deep pot or fryer to 175–180 °C (350–360 °F) — test with small piece of tortilla (should sizzle immediately).
  3. Fry tortilla wedges in small batches (do not overcrowd) 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  4. Remove with slotted spoon → drain on paper towels.
  5. While hot, sprinkle generously with salt → toss gently.
  6. Cool completely → store in airtight container up to 1 week.
  7. Serve with salsa, guacamole, or queso — crispy homemade tortilla chips.

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