Tortilla chips are a beloved snack enjoyed by many, whether they’re paired with salsa, guacamole, or even as a standalone treat. One of the great things about tortilla chips is that they’re incredibly easy to make at home. In this blog post, I’ll be sharing three different methods for making homemade tortilla chips: in a frying pan, in an air fryer, and in an oven!
First, let’s talk about making tortilla chips in a frying pan. This is the traditional method and is the simplest of the three.
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Homemade Fried Tortilla Chips
To fry your own tortilla chips at home, you will need:
- Corn tortillas
- Vegetable oil or other cooking oil
- Salt (optional)
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Here’s how to do it:
Heat the oil in a large, deep saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
Cut the tortillas into wedges or triangles, depending on your preference.
Carefully add the tortilla wedges to the hot oil in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the tortilla wedges for about 1-2 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon or tongs, remove the fried tortilla wedges from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Sprinkle the tortilla wedges with salt, if desired.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining tortilla wedges.
Allow the fried tortilla wedges to cool slightly before serving.
Next, let’s talk about making tortilla chips in an air fryer. This method is a bit healthier than frying, as it uses very little oil and still results in a crispy chip.
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Homemade Air-Fried Tortilla Chips
To air-fry your own tortilla chips at home, you will need:
- Corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or oil
- Salt (optional)
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Here’s how to do it:
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
Cut the tortillas into wedges or triangles, depending on your preference.
Lightly coat the tortilla wedges with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
Place the tortilla wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air-fry the tortilla wedges for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried tortilla wedges from the air fryer and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Sprinkle the tortilla wedges with salt, if desired.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining tortilla wedges.
Allow the fried tortilla wedges to cool slightly before serving.
Finally, let’s talk about making tortilla chips in the oven. This method is another healthy option, as it uses very little oil and still results in a crispy chip.
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Homemade Oven-Baked Tortilla Chips
To oven-bake your own tortilla chips at home, you will need:
- Corn tortillas
- Cooking spray or oil
- Salt (optional)
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Here’s how to do it:
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Cut the tortillas into wedges or triangles, depending on your preference.
Lightly coat the tortilla wedges with cooking spray or a small amount of oil.
Place the tortilla wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake the tortilla wedges for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the baked tortilla wedges from the oven and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Sprinkle the tortilla wedges with salt, if desired.
Repeat the baking process with the remaining tortilla wedges.
Allow the baked tortilla wedges to cool slightly before serving.
By following these steps, you can easily make your own tortilla chips at home. Overall, homemade tortilla chips are a delicious, easy-to-make snack that can be customized to your personal preference. By making them at home, you can control the ingredients, including the type of oil used and the amount of salt, which allows you to make a healthier version of this classic snack. So whether you prefer the traditional method of frying, the healthier option of using an air fryer, or the convenience of using the oven, give these homemade tortilla chip recipes a try and see which one you prefer!
Here are also some recipes on the blog that would be great for eating with fresh tortilla chips – give them a try!
