Chips And Salsa Recipe
Fresh tortilla chips served with homemade salsa.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
Homemade Salsa
Method
Tortilla Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Stack the corn tortillas and cut them into wedges (about 6 wedges per tortilla).
- 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 Chips
Carefully add the tortilla wedges to the hot oil in batches, frying until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 4
Drain and Season
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chips from the oil and drain them on paper towels. While they're still hot, sprinkle with salt.
Homemade Salsa
- 5
- 6
Combine the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- 7
Season the Salsa
Squeeze the juice of the lime over the mixture and add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well to combine.
- 8
Let it Rest
Allow the salsa to sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld together before serving.