Chips & Salsa Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chips
Salsa
Method
Chips
- 1
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut the corn tortillas into triangles to form the chips.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 3
Fry the Chips
Carefully add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
- 4
Drain the Chips
Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Season with salt while they are still hot.
Salsa
- 5
- 6
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño pepper, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- 7
Add Lime Juice and Salt
Pour the lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 8
Taste and Adjust
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.