Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBenjo's TacosChips & Salsa Recipe

Chips & Salsa Recipe

Inspired by Benjo's Tacos
Time30m
Serves4

Crispy tortilla chips served with fresh salsa.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Salsa

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oil

    In a large, deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

  2. 2

    Cut the Tortillas

    While the oil is heating, stack the corn tortillas and cut them into wedges (each tortilla into 6-8 pieces).

  3. 3

    Fry the Chips

    Once the oil is hot, carefully add a handful of tortilla wedges to the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.

  4. 4

    Drain the Chips

    Remove the chips using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season with salt while they are still warm.

Salsa

  1. 5

    Chop the Ingredients

    Dice the fresh tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño pepper (removing seeds for less heat if desired).

  2. 6

    Mix the Salsa

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and finely chopped cilantro.

  3. 7

    Add Lime and Salt

    Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and add salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

  4. 8

    Let it Rest

    Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

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