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Tortilla Strips

Crispy Tortilla Strips You’ll Love for Snacking or Topping

Discover these irresistible Tortilla Strips that add a delightful crunch to your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Popular Recipes
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strips
  • 12 oz Corn Tortillas Use a package for best texture and flavor.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Feel free to substitute.
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray Alternatively, brush with olive oil.
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil Essential for frying.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Knife
  • Paper Towels
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F, or heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Slice corn tortillas in half, then into ½-inch wide strips and set aside.
  3. Arrange strips on a baking sheet, mist with olive oil spray, and sprinkle salt. Bake for about 12 minutes.
  4. If frying, add strips in a single layer to hot oil and fry for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Transfer cooked strips to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with more salt. Allow to cool slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tortilla strips make a great topping for soups and salads, and are best enjoyed fresh.

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