Homemade Tortilla Strips

5 from 7 votes

Homemade Tortilla Strips are fast and easy to make and are a perfect crispy topper to salads, soups and more. Only 3 ingredients.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican/Spanish

Keyword: Side, Side Dish, Tortilla Strips

Servings:

Calories: 111kcal

Cut tortillas into strips using a pizza cutter. You can cut 2-3 at a time pretty easily.
Heat oil in a deep dryer, large skillet or frying pan. When oil reaches 350-375 degrees F, place strips into hot oil and fry until they become crispy.
Remove from oil with tongs or a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt after each batch.

Corn tortillas give the crispiest, most classic texture and are naturally gluten free when labeled gluten free.
For a baked version, lightly brush or spray tortillas with oil, cut into strips, arrange on a lined baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees F for 9 to 10 minutes or until golden and crisp.
Season the strips while they are still warm so the salt and spices stick well.
Store cooled strips in an airtight container at room temperature for about 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 month.
To keep them crunchy, make sure they are fully cooled before storing and re crisp in a 350 degree F oven for a few minutes if needed.
For flavored strips, try cheesy Doritos style (Parmesan, paprika, chili powder), cool ranch style (ranch powder and paprika) or garlic and lime for salads and soups.