Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsAyAyAy! Mexican CuisineChips & Salsa Recipe

Chips & Salsa Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Tortilla chips served with house-made salsa.

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Ingredients

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Tortilla Chips

Method

Tortilla Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Cut each corn tortilla into 6 triangle-shaped pieces to form chips.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the tortilla pieces in batches to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.

  4. 4

    Drain and Season

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Immediately sprinkle with salt to taste.

Salsa

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.

  2. 6

    Mix Well

    Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

  3. 7

    Chill

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salsa sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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