Housemade Queso & Tortilla Chips Recipe
Make Housemade Queso & Tortilla Chips Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Queso
Tortilla Chips
Method
Queso
- 1
Melt the Cheeses
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and cream cheese. Stir frequently until melted and smooth.
- 2
Add Milk and Seasonings
Gradually stir in the milk until fully incorporated. Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Heat Through
Continue to cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the queso is heated through and bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
Tortilla Chips
- 4
Prepare the Tortillas
Stack the corn tortillas and cut them into triangles (like a pizza) to create chips.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Tortilla Chips
Carefully add the tortilla triangles in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Season the Chips
Sprinkle the hot chips with salt while they're still warm. Repeat the process until all chips are fried.