Homemade Tortilla Chips Recipe
Crispy, homemade tortilla chips fried to golden perfection using extra thin corn tortillas and seasoned with salt. A perfect snack on their own or paired with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups of tortilla chips 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz.) package extra thin corn tortillas (24 count, Mission brand recommended)
- 1 ½ quarts vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Slice Tortillas: Cut the tortillas into 4 or 6 even slices, similar to slicing a pizza. You can vary slice sizes for a mix of chip shapes.
- Heat Oil: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F over medium-high heat, preparing it for frying.
- Fry Chips: Fry tortilla slices in batches for up to 2 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure they become evenly golden and crispy.
- Drain and Salt: Using a large slotted spoon or spider strainer, remove chips from oil and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate. Immediately sprinkle with salt while still hot.
- Maintain Oil Temperature: Adjust the heat as needed throughout frying to keep oil at the right temperature. Lower heat slightly if chips fry less rapidly as batches progress.
- Serve: Enjoy the chips as a snack or serve with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or as the base for loaded nachos.
Notes
- Use extra thin corn tortillas for crispier chips.
- Fry in small batches to prevent oil temperature from dropping.
- Keep an eye on oil temperature to avoid burnt or soggy chips.
- Season immediately after frying for best salt adherence.
- Leftover chips can be stored in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
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