Homemade Tortilla Chips

Name: Homemade Tortilla Chips
Prep time: PT10MIN
Cook time: PT15MIN
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Snacks
Ingredients: 12 corn tortillas (6-inch), day-old preferred; Neutral oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut); 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-12-21 |19 Comments

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Homemade Tortilla Chips

PREP10 min

COOK15 min

Crispy, golden Homemade Tortilla Chips made from scratch! This easy recipe turns simple corn tortillas into the ultimate crunchy snack or party appetizer.

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6SERVINGS

Ingredients

12 corn tortillas (6-inch), day-old preferred
Neutral oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)
1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)

Instructions

1
Stack and cut each corn tortilla into 6 triangles.
2
Heat 1 to 1.5 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F.
3
Fry tortilla wedges in small batches for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
4
Remove chips using a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Immediately sprinkle with salt.
5
Cool chips completely before serving with your favorite salsa or dip.