Chips & Salsa Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

House-made tortilla chips served with salsa.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into 6 equal wedges to create chips.
2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it's hot enough for frying. To test, drop a piece of tortilla in; it should sizzle.
3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla wedges in batches to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
4
Drain and Season
Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

5
Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the ripe tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño pepper (removing seeds if you prefer less heat) into small pieces. Finely chop the fresh cilantro.
6
Mix the Salsa
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Add lime juice and salt, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
7
Chill and Serve
Cover the salsa and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.