Chips And Salsa Recipe
Freshly made tortilla chips with our house salsa.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
House Salsa
Method
Tortilla Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into 6 wedges to create triangular chips.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add a handful of tortilla wedges to the hot oil. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 4
Season the Chips
While the chips are still warm, sprinkle with salt to taste.
House Salsa
- 5
- 6
Mix the Salsa
In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- 7
Add Lime Juice and Salt
Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with salt. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- 8
Let it Sit
Allow the salsa to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
