Stack up the tortillas and cut them into 6 wedges.
Add oil to a wide, high-sided pot or cast iron pan so that it is ¼ to ½ inch deep. Heat oil 350°F.
Working in batches, gently place tortilla triangles into the hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes until chips are golden and crispy, flipping as needed.
Remove chips from the oil with a slotted spoon or tongs and place them on paper towels.
Season with salt immediately. Allow to cool for one or two minutes then serve with your favorite salsa, queso, or guacamole.
Baking Tortilla Chips
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Lightly brush each tortilla with oil and stack them up. Cut them into 6 wedges.
Arrange the cut tortilla triangles in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake for 7-10 minutes until they are golden brown and crisp.
Air Fried Tortilla Chips
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
Lightly brush each tortilla with oil and stack them up. Cut them into 6 wedges.
Arrange the cut tortilla triangles in a single layer on the air fryer basket or rack (working in batches if necessary). Air fry for 7-10 minutes, tossing or shaking chips halfway through cooking, until the chips are golden brown and crispy.
Notes
1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value is only for the tortilla chips that have been fried and does not include any additional garnishments. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions.2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.