Fried Flour Tortilla Chips

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Flour tortilla chips are easy to make with this simple recipe! We first had these while on vacation in the Caribbean. We now prefer these to store-bought corn tortilla chips.

Submitted by Carole
Updated on November 15, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
64 chips
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • vegetable oil for frying

  • 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas, each cut into 8 triangles

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Ingredients gathered to make fried flour tortilla chips.

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  2. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over medium heat until 360 degrees F (182 degrees C), about 8 minutes.

    Oil heating in a large skillet.

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  3. Lower tortilla triangles carefully into the hot oil in batches; fry, turning frequently, until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining tortilla triangles.

    Chips frying until golden-brown, then being transferred to a paper towel to drain.

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Editor's Notes:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

243 Calories
8g Fat
36g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 243
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Sodium 445mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g 12%
Calcium 90mg 7%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 109mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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