Chips And Salsa Recipe
Lime zested tortilla chips and salsa.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
Salsa
Method
Tortilla Chips
- 1
Prepare the Corn Tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into 6 wedges to create chips.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla wedges to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Add Lime Zest
While the chips are still warm, sprinkle lime zest over them for added flavor.
Salsa
- 5
- 6
Mix the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- 7
Add Lime Juice and Salt
Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Stir to combine.
- 8
Let It Rest
Allow the salsa to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.



