Chips And Salsa Recipe
Fresh tortilla chips served with house-made salsa.
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Ingredients
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Chips
Salsa
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut the corn tortillas into triangles to form chips.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove them and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Season the Chips
While the chips are still hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.
Salsa
- 5
- 6
Mix the Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
- 7
Add Lime and Season
Juice the lime over the salsa mixture and add salt. Stir until well combined.
- 8
Let it Sit
Allow the salsa to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.