Cooking Tips : How to Make Tortilla Chips From Scratch

TL;DR

Learn how to make crispy homemade tortilla chips with just a few simple steps.

Transcript

I love to teach kids how to cook and it never fails when you teach kids things like tortilla chips they say you mean you can make tortilla chips? I'm Karen Lasher, Chef owner of "Around the Table" in Camas, Washington and I'm going to show you how to make home made tortilla chips. We are going to start with corn tortilla chips. You can either use w... Read More

Key Insights

• 💛 Homemade tortilla chips can be made using either white or yellow corn tortillas.
• 🐿️ Coating the tortilla chips with oil before baking helps them crisp up.
• 🐿️ Freshly baked tortilla chips can be customized with various seasonings for a unique flavor.
• 😅 Adding salt to the hot tortilla chips right out of the oven ensures the seasoning sticks well.
• 🛢️ Different oils like canola, olive, or vegetable oil can be used for coating the tortilla chips.
• 🐿️ By skipping the salt, individuals who need to reduce sodium intake can still enjoy homemade tortilla chips.
• ✋ Baking the tortilla chips at a high temperature (around 400 degrees Fahrenheit) is essential for achieving a crispy texture.

Questions & Answers

Q: What type of tortillas are suitable for making homemade tortilla chips?

Karen Lasher recommends using either white or yellow corn tortillas to make homemade tortilla chips. White corn tortillas are more common, but yellow corn adds a slightly different flavor.

Q: How should the tortillas be prepared before baking?

After cutting the tortillas into desired shapes, coat them with oil (such as canola, olive, or vegetable oil) to ensure they crisp up nicely in the oven. Make sure to spread them out evenly on a lined baking sheet to avoid clumping.

Q: When should salt be added to the homemade tortilla chips?

Karen Lasher suggests adding salt to the freshly baked tortilla chips, as they come out of the oven while they are still hot. This allows the salt to stick to the oil-coated chips for maximum flavor.

Q: Can homemade tortilla chips be customized with different seasonings?

Yes, you can customize homemade tortilla chips by adding different seasonings like paprika, garlic powder, or even cinnamon sugar before baking to create unique flavor profiles.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Karen Lasher demonstrates how to make homemade tortilla chips using corn tortillas.

• Cut tortillas into desired shapes, coat with oil, bake till crispy, then season with salt.

• Customize with different oils and seasoning preferences for a healthier snack option.