3 ways to use leftover Tortilla

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Flour Tortillas (medium size, slightly stale)
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (high smoke‑point oil such as canola or sunflower)
• 1 tsp Chili Powder (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp Salt (fine sea salt preferred)
• As needed Optional Dips (Garam Chole, Guacamole) (Serve with fried tortillas, chips, or toast)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients & Tools

   Collect the tortillas, oil, chili powder, salt, and any dips you plan to serve. Lay out the skillet, tongs, knife, cutting board, baking sheet, and paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

2. Heat Oil for Frying

   Add 1 Tbsp of oil to the skillet and heat over medium‑high heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 180°C

3. Pan‑Fry Whole Tortillas

   Place one tortilla in the hot oil, fry for 30 seconds per side until lightly golden and crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 180°C

4. Set Fried Tortillas Aside

   Stack the fried tortillas on a plate, cover loosely with foil to keep warm.

   Time: PT2M

5. Cut Tortillas into Chips

   Using the knife, cut the remaining tortillas into 6‑inch triangles on the cutting board.

   Time: PT5M

6. Heat Oil for Chips

   Add the remaining 1 Tbsp oil to the skillet and heat to the same temperature (180°C).

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 180°C

7. Fry Tortilla Chips

   Add a handful of tortilla triangles, fry for 1‑2 minutes until crisp and lightly browned. Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels. Continue in batches.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 180°C

8. Season Chips

   While still hot, sprinkle the chips with chili powder and salt; toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT1M

9. Preheat Oven for Toast

   Set the oven to 200°C (400°F) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 200°C

10. Bake Tortilla Toast

    Arrange the remaining tortillas flat on a baking sheet. Bake for 6‑8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crunchy.

    Time: PT7M

    Temperature: 200°C

11. Cool & Serve

    Remove the baked tortillas, let cool for 2 minutes, then serve as toast with guacamole or any dip of choice.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

18 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

2 g