Easy Tortilla Chips or Wonton Chips
An easy Tortilla and Wonton chips recipe that is delectable and crunchy. They're excellent, accompanied by Fresh Guacamole or Spinach and Artichoke Dips.
Tools
- Slotted Spoon or Spider Spoon or Spider Spoon
- baking sheets (for baked chips)
- Basting Brush (for baked chips)
- Airtight Containers (for storing)
Ingredients
For the Homemade Tortilla Chips:
- 960 ml (1 qt) peanut or vegetable oil
- 35 g (1-¼) teaspoons salt
- 20 corn Tortillas cut into wedges
For the Wonton Chips:
- 24 Wonton wrappers , cut in half or diagonally, from 6 oz packages
- 960 ml (1 qt) peanut or vegetable oil
- 35 g (1-¼) teaspoons salt
Instructions
How to Make Tortilla Chips
- Line 2 baking sheets with paper towels and set them aside. Heat the oil to 350°F / 177°C in a deep heavy pot over medium heat (if you have a thermometer, drop one of the tortillas into the oil to test it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready). Working in batches if necessary, fry the tortilla wedges until crisp, stirring to cook evenly. Remove the chips with a spider or slotted spoon and drain on the prepared baking dish. Season lightly with salt.
How to Make Wonton Chips
- Line 1 baking sheet with paper towels and set them aside. Heat the oil to 350°F / 177°C in a deep heavy pot over medium heat (if you have a thermometer, drop one of the wontons into the oil to test it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready). Working in batches if necessary, fry the wonton until golden and crisp, stirring to cook evenly. Remove the wonton chips with a spider or slotted spoon and drain on the prepared baking dish. Season lightly with salt.
Notes
How to Store Tortilla Chips
Store leftovers homemade tortillas chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week
How to Store Wonton Chips
Store leftover wonton chips in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Tortilla Chips or Wonton Chips
Amount per Serving
Calories
2883
% Daily Value*
Fat
298
g
458
%
Saturated Fat
45
g
281
%
Trans Fat
2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
170
g
Monounsaturated Fat
68
g
Cholesterol
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
4732
mg
206
%
Potassium
187
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
56
g
19
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
6
IU
0
%
Calcium
87
mg
9
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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