Why We Love This Fried Tortilla Recipe
Tortillas. The blank slate of Mexican cuisine used to hold and wrap all sorts of spicy goodies. But why do tortillas have to be so boring? Seriously, just because the filling inside the tortillas has bold flavors and lots of texture, doesn’t mean the tortillas shouldn’t get a moment to shine. Fried Tortillas are the answer… Once you learn how to fry tortillas, you will never go back! Simply flash-frying tortillas in hot oil brings out their wheaty flavor and creates a mind-blowing light, crispy, yet flexible texture with airy bubbles throughout. When frying, the tortillas puff up like balloons, then deflate a little, creating bubbles and flaky layers.
Ingredients You Need
To make easy fried tortillas, you only need two ingredients:
Vegetable Oil – or another neutral, high smoke point oil like peanut oil, canola oil, or avocado oil. I would avoid olive oil since it burns quickly! Flour Tortillas
How to Make A Fried Tortilla
Heat a skillet or pan over medium-high heat and add 2-3 tablespoons of oil. Once the oil is smoking hot, use tongs to carefully add a tortilla to the hot oil. Cook for 5-10 seconds until golden brown, then flip and fry another 5-10 seconds. The tortilla will puff up like a balloon once flipped! Carefully pull the tortilla out of the hot oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain the oil. Lightly sprinkle with salt and repeat, repeat, repeat, in batches until they are all done!
Serving Suggestions
You can serve fried tortillas with all of your favorite taco fillings! When you fill puffy tortillas with chicken, beef, or veggies, the flaky texture complements the fillings without getting lost! I like to serve these like a tostada, piled high with all of my favorite toppings. For breakfast, try serving these with avocado, egg, and fresh cilantro! Or, serve for lunch or dinner with all your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. Here are some of my favorite sides and proteins to pair with fried tortilla:
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Best Refried Beans Guacamole Homemade Salsa Slow Cooker Carnitas Shredded Beef
Looking for More Easy Recipes to Try? Make Sure to Also Try:
Homemade Flour Tortillas Bubbly Taco Salad Bowls Mexican Sopes Navajo Fry Bread Mexican Breakfast Salad
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