Crispy Homemade Tortilla Chips
Crispy homemade tortilla chips are the ultimate snack for any occasion! With their golden color and addictive crunch, these chips are a delectable treat that pairs beautifully with your favorite dips, such as guacamole or salsa. Perfect for gatherings, movie nights, or simply enjoying at home, making these chips from scratch ensures they’re fresh and free of preservatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- While the oil heats, cut each corn tortilla into wedges (quarters or sixths).
- Fry the tortilla wedges in small batches for about 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked chips onto paper towels to drain excess oil and sprinkle with sea salt while warm.
- Repeat until all wedges are fried.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg