If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. I know, it’s super easy and convenient to grab a bag of tortilla chips from the grocery store, and hey, there are some pretty good ones out there. But there’s something about freshly made tortillas that can’t be matched by any store-bought product. This recipe yields chips like the ones you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant. You can tell when they’re freshly made, just popped out of the fryer, still glistening with oil and perfectly warm with granules of salt clinging to every nook and bubble. For such a simple thing, it’s the perfect bite. And yes, you can make them at home the same way! How to FRY tortilla chips: Heat the oil. In a wide pot, the hot oil should measure 350°F. Don’t let it boil or smoke. The oil is ready when a small piece of tortilla sizzles when placed into the pot. Fry up those chips! Next, slice the tortillas into 6 wedges. Working in batches, set the tortilla triangles in a single layer in the hot oil. Fry them in the oil in batches for a couple minutes per side, flipping the chips here and there with tongs, until they begin to turn golden brown. Drain and salt. Finally, remove and drain the excess oil on a paper towel lined plate. They’re essentially deep fried. Dash them with sea salt or a squeeze of lime juice while they’re hot! How to BAKE tortilla chips: Prepare. Preheat oven to 350°F. Then, simply slice the tortillas into 6 wedges and spread them out on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil. Bake the chips. Bake them at 350°F about 5 minutes, salt them, then flip and bake another 5-10 minutes, until they brown up slightly and begin to crisp. Finally, sprinkle with salt and enjoy! You can also microwave your chips, about a minute or so per side, though I’ve never been satisfied by microwaved tortilla chips. Meh. I have also placed leftover tortilla chips into a sealable baggie and kept them in the pantry. Sealed, of course. They were still crispy and flavorful a few days later. They do eventually go stale, though. But just in case you DO need ideas, here are a few links to help you out.
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Oh yes! I DO love my homemade tortillas. Be sure to pull out this recipe for your next party or game day celebration. Everyone loves a bagful of crunchy chips. Especially with all of your awesome homemade dips and homemade salsa recipes!
Printable Recipe Card for the Frying Version - Extra Crispy Tortilla Chips!
Printable Recipe Card for the Baking Version - Extra Crispy Baked Tortilla Chips!
