Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Sur Mexican RestaurantCheese Crisp Plain Cheese Recipe

Cheese Crisp Plain Cheese Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Make Cheese Crisp Plain Cheese Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Crisp Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, add the cooking oil and heat over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Tortillas

    While the oil is heating, lay out the corn tortillas on a flat surface.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Fry the Tortillas

    Carefully place one tortilla into the hot oil. Fry for about 30 seconds or until it becomes crisp and golden brown.

  2. 4

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle about half a cup of shredded cheese evenly over the fried tortilla while it’s still in the skillet. Let it melt for about 1-2 minutes.

  3. 5

    Remove and Drain

    Using a spatula, carefully remove the cheese crisp from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with a little salt to taste.

  4. 6

    Repeat

    Repeat the frying and cheese adding process with the remaining tortillas until all are cooked.

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