Fried Tortilla Strips with Lime

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These corn tortilla strips with a hint of lime have that flavorful crunch that keeps you going back for more! Since they only take about 15 minutes to prepare and cook, they make a perfect side for any Mexican dish or if you’re craving a salty afternoon snack!

I always make a batch to serve alongside my Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, and I use the same technique to make them as I do with my homemade taco shells in this recipe!

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Yield: 4

Author: Karyn Shalda, Cooking to the Point

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Fried Tortilla Strips with Lime

Salty and with a hint of lime, these freshly-fried tortilla strips are a excellent pairing for any Mexican dish or great for a snack!

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 10 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Ingredients

• 10 corn tortillas
• 1/2 C coconut oil (or avocado oil)
• 1/2 C coconut shortening*
• Fine salt (not kosher salt)
• 2 T Lime juice (fresh-squeezed or bottled)

Instructions

1. Prepare a bowl (or alternatively, a baking sheet) lined with paper towels.
2. In a heavy pan such as a cast iron skillet, heat the 1/2 C coconut oil and 1/2 C coconut shortening (or as much as you need to make 1 inch of melted oil) over medium-high heat. The temperature should be about 350 - 370 degrees if using an instant read thermometer or an infra-red thermometer.
3. While the oil is heating, cut the corn tortillas into 1/2-inch wide strips, cutting the longer ones in half as needed so you're left with strips 3-4 inches long. Alternatively, you can cut into triangles to make your own tortilla chips!
4. Fill a small spray bottle with 2 T of lime juice, and have some fine salt ready (not kosher salt).
5. When the oil is heated, carefully place 8-10 corn tortilla strips into the oil and allow to crisp for about 10-15 seconds. Turn them over and repeat on the other side.
6. Remove the strips with a pair of nylon-tipped tongs and drain on the paper towels. While still hot and a little oily, spritz with the lime juice and toss with a pinch of salt.
7. Repeat the process until the corn tortilla strips are all fried.
8. Serve warm. Enjoy!

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