Thursday, September 30, 2010

Foodie Friday: Seasoned Tortilla Chips & Homemade Salsa

Football season is upon us, and you can't watch football without some good eats and a favorite libation at the ready.  My snack repertoire is continually growing, but the one standard of football watching is chips & salsa.  Of course you can open up a bag - there are numerous pre-made chips available (yellow corn, white corn, flour), and, of course, you can uncap a jar, and your nosh is ready.  OR... you can fry up some chips and season them as you desire, and you can blitz up a flavorful salsa in the blender in no time flat. So easy, so good.  And your fellow football fans will be forever appreciative of your efforts.  I promise! Just don't forget to keep the beer ice cold!

Salsa

1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jalapeno, seeded (use more if you like to keep a fire extinguisher handy, less if you prefer a milder version)
1 small onion, quartered
handful of cilantro
1/2 teaspoon cumin
salt & pepper, to taste
juice of 1 lime

Add all ingredients to blender jar.  Blend for just a few seconds - the salsa should still have some texture to it.  Adjust seasoning as desired.  Refrigerate in covered container.



Tortilla Chips

Cut corn tortillas in sixths.  Heat a skillet of canola oil over medium-high heat.  Add tortillas to skillet, about 8 - 12 chips at a time.  Fry until golden (chips may need to be turned over during cooking process).  Remove to paper towel-lined bowl. While still warm, season with salt, chili powder, and lime zest.




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13 comments:

  1. Looks easy! Sounds good... much better than the bag on the store shelp!

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  2. Wow, mouth is watering. I love how you flavored up the chips! Amazing. I need to try this and soon!

    Good eatings,

    Jenifer
    Jaime and Jen Dish (come check us out!)

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  3. Looks so yummy and sounds great. I could go for some homemade salsa anyday

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  4. One of my favorite snacks!! Love the idea of seasoning the chips!!

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  5. I like the idea of the canned tomatoes.. never thought of that and sometimes..well you just don't have fresh..Looks so delish..

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  6. Lori, I would be happy with a bowl of your salsa and those wonderful looking chips as a stand alone dinner.

    Ann

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  7. I have not had breakfast yet Lori and I could go for a big bowl of your chips and salsa right now!

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  8. Lori you are brilliant!

    I never would have thought to season the tortilla chips with anything other than salt. But why not? We buy them in the bag ~ and I'm sure these are infinitely better tasting and better for us. Not to mention FRESH. What a great idea!

    I could make a meal of chips and salsa; this takes the combination to a whole new level. Spectacular photos. Very nicely done, my friend. xo~m

    P.S. I'm admiring your salsa bowl and baskets ~ you have such great style!

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  9. Oh dear, you found my weakness, Lori. I'll choose chips and salsa any day over sweets of any type. Love the spiced up homemade chips.

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  10. I could make a meal out of your chips and salsa!!!

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  11. Lori, your seasoned tortilla chips looks amazing! I'm normally lazy and buy chips but I have to try these.

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  12. Looks YUM..and just in time for tailgating :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  13. Yum - your home-made chips & salsa look fantastic! Thanks for reminding me that chips don't have to come out of a bag :)

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