Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 2 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Corn Tortilla | 1 medium flour (45g) | 140 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 bag of corn tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Seasoning
Directions
Fill a pot with 2 inches of oil.
Clip a frying thermometer to the side of the pot so that the tip is submerged in the oil but not touching the bottom.
Heat the oil to 360°F (180°C).
Slice a pile of tortillas in half through the centre.
Stack the two piles together and cut across the center again to form quarters.
Stack the quarters and cut through to form eighths
Gently drop the tortilla pieces into the hot oil, a handful at a time.
After the initial vapour has boiled off, agitate gently with a slotted spoon to fry evenly
When tortilla chips are golden brown (about 2 minutes), remove with a spider or slotted spoon .
Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt or seasoned salt.