Corn Tortilla Chips

92 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Ready In: 30 min

“Here's a simple recipe for making corn tortilla chips spiced only with salt. The chips may alternately be prepared by baking the tortilla wedges in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 5 minutes, or until crisp.” - by Kirstin

Ingredients

1 quart oil for frying
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas, cut into 6 wedges each
salt to taste

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Original recipe yields 72 chips

Directions

Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In small batches, fry the corn tortilla wedges until crisp. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels. Salt to taste while warm.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (12 total)

Calories
126 cal
6%

Fat
8.1 g
13%

Carbs
12.5 g
4%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Butterfly Flutterby

Sep. 4, 2005

"I don't have the patience to fry tortillas. I just fire up the double ovens, spray the tortillas with butter flavored Pam (on both sides) and put them in the oven, turning once...." See more"

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GUZ66

Mar. 5, 2005

"These are great--to make them healthier, I sprayed them with butter-flavored cooking spray and baked them at 425 until they started to brown--wonderful crunch!..." See more"

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