Jul 13 2026
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Classic House Salsa Recipe

Inspired by Mercado
Time45m
Serves4

Red Table Salsa, Crispy Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips

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Ingredients

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Salsa Ingredients

Tortilla Chips Ingredients

Method

Salsa Preparation

  1. 1

    Dice the Vegetables

    Chop the tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and garlic into small pieces. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer a milder salsa.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and minced garlic.

  3. 3

    Add Seasoning

    Chop the cilantro and add it to the bowl along with lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  4. 4

    Adjust Flavor

    Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice as needed.

  5. 5

    Chill

    Cover the salsa and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Tortilla Chips Preparation

  1. 6

    Cut Tortillas

    Stack the corn tortillas and cut them into triangles or strips.

  2. 7

    Heat Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  3. 8

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the tortilla pieces to the hot oil in batches, frying until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

  4. 9

    Drain and Season

    Remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Immediately sprinkle with salt to taste.

  5. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the chips to cool slightly before serving with the salsa.

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