Crispy Homemade Tortilla Chips Recipe with Fresh Salsa
A quick and easy recipe for crispy homemade tortilla chips paired with fresh, vibrant salsa, perfect for parties and snack cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 corn tortillas (yellow or white, preferably fresh and thick)
- Vegetable oil or canola oil (enough for 1-2 inches in pan, for frying)
- Sea salt or kosher salt, to taste
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes (Roma tomatoes recommended), diced finely
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ small white onion, finely diced
- 1 small fresh jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cut each corn tortilla into 6 triangles and set aside on a plate.
- Pour 1-2 inches of oil into a heavy-bottomed skillet and heat over medium-high until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Test by dropping a small tortilla piece; it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry tortilla triangles in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp, flipping once. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer chips to paper towels or a cooling rack. Immediately sprinkle with sea salt while still hot.
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, onion, jalapeño (if using), garlic, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Give the salsa a quick stir before serving. Arrange chips on a platter or bowl alongside the fresh salsa for dipping.
Notes
Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for perfect crispiness. Fry in small batches to avoid soggy chips. Season chips immediately after frying while still hot. Use fresh tomatoes and herbs for best salsa flavor. For a lighter option, bake chips at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 ounce of chi
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 79
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 1822
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 2
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