Chips & Salsa Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chips
Salsa
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Stack the corn tortillas and cut them into wedges, creating triangle shapes.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Tortilla Chips
Carefully place the tortilla wedges into the hot oil in batches. Fry them until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 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. Sprinkle salt over the hot chips while they are still warm.
Salsa
- 5
- 6
Mix the Salsa
In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper.
- 7
Add Seasonings
Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and add salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 8
Taste and Adjust
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to your preference.