Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSurf House Island CantinaChips, Salsa & Guac Recipe

Chips, Salsa & Guac Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Make Chips, Salsa & Guac 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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Chips

Guacamole

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Cut the corn tortillas into triangles to form chips.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.

  4. 4

    Drain and Season

    Remove the chips from the oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt while still warm.

Salsa

  1. 5

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat), and fresh cilantro.

  2. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt.

  3. 7

    Mix and Taste

    Mix all ingredients well and taste. Adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if necessary.

Guacamole

  1. 8

    Prepare the Avocados

    Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.

  2. 9

    Mash the Avocados

    Using a fork or potato masher, mash the avocado to your desired consistency.

  3. 10

    Add Seasonings

    Stir in lime juice, minced garlic, salt, chopped cilantro, and diced tomato.

  4. 11

    Mix and Serve

    Mix well to combine all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.

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