Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsHome Plate Bar & GrillChips And Salsa Recipe

Chips And Salsa Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Tortilla chips served with a side of salsa.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Salsa

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Cut the corn tortillas into triangles or desired chip shapes using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). You can check if the oil is hot enough by dropping in a small piece of tortilla; it should sizzle immediately.

  3. 3

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. 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. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.

Salsa

  1. 5

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño pepper finely. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer a milder salsa.

  2. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze the juice of the lime over the mixture.

  3. 7

    Season the Salsa

    Add salt to the salsa mixture and stir well to combine all the flavors. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 8

    Chill and Serve

    Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve with the tortilla chips.

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