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Ingredients
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Chips
Salsa
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into quarters to create triangle-shaped chips.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it's hot but not smoking.
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 4
Drain the Chips
Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the chips and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt while they are still hot.
Salsa
- 5
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a molcajete or bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
- 7
Add Lime and Salt
Pour in the lime juice and sprinkle with salt. Mix everything gently with a spoon or pestle until well combined.
- 8
Taste and Adjust
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to your preference.
- 9
Serve
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl, and enjoy it immediately with the freshly made tortilla chips.
