Homemade Tortilla Chips
Lately, I’ve been a little obsessed with making tortilla chips. After all, who doesn’t love nachos? And homemade chips can only make them better, right?
But how do you make them yourself?
Gabriel and I have liked two basic methods. The first one—Gabriel’s favorite—consists of making regular tortillas, brushing them with oil, cutting them into quarters (or whatever shape you prefer), salting, and baking them at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Easy peasy.
My problem with this method is that the chips don’t bubble up very much, and they get stale very quickly. You pretty much have to eat them fresh.
The second method is slightly messier but results in a bubbly tortilla and crispy chip.
Mmmmm, tortilla chips and salsa. Now all I need is a movie. Forget popcorn!
PrintHomemade Tortilla Chips
Making your own tortilla chips at home is easy, and they taste SO good!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: Varies
Instructions
- Mix first three ingredients together to form a nice ball. You may or may not need the entire cup of water. It seems to depend on the humidity in the air.
- Separate dough into golf-ball sized balls, and press as you would for a normal tortilla.
- Heat a skillet with enough oil to cover the bottom over high heat.
- Fry tortillas, one at a time, until they they begin to brown, flip, and repeat. Drain on paper towel lined plate.
- Cut tortillas into quarters and place on a cookie sheet. Salt liberally.
- Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes until chips are crispy.
- Serve with your choice of toppings.
- Enjoy!
I am enjoying this while having my favorite movie.
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