Big Game Guacamole Tortilla Chips (Printable)
Whip up a batch of zesty guacamole and pair with freshly baked, crispy tortilla chips for the ultimate game day snack.
# What goes in:
→ For the Guacamole
01 - 3 large ripe avocados
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
04 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
→ For the Homemade Tortilla Chips
10 - 12 small corn tortillas
11 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (such as canola or sunflower)
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and prevent sticking.
02 - Take each small corn tortilla and cut it into 6 equal wedges. Carefully arrange these wedges in a single layer across the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they do not overlap for even crisping.
03 - Lightly brush both sides of the tortilla wedges with vegetable oil. Sprinkle them evenly with salt and, if desired, smoked paprika. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the chips halfway through the cooking time, until they achieve a golden-brown color and a crisp texture. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
04 - While the chips are baking, halve and pit the avocados. Scoop the creamy flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Using a fork, mash the avocado until it is mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for added texture.
05 - To the mashed avocado, add the finely diced red onion, seeded and diced tomato, finely chopped jalapeño pepper, fresh chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, salt, freshly ground black pepper, and the minced garlic (if opting to use). Gently stir all the ingredients together until they are well incorporated.
06 - Taste the guacamole mixture and adjust the seasoning as necessary. You may wish to incorporate more salt, additional lime juice for brightness, or extra jalapeño for increased heat, according to your preference.
07 - Transfer the freshly prepared guacamole to a serving bowl. Present it immediately alongside the crispy homemade tortilla chips.
# Expert Advice:
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- You'll adore how these homemade chips still warm from the oven elevate simple guacamole into something truly special.
- This recipe is a secret weapon for effortlessly impressive entertaining making everyone feel perfectly catered to without hours of work.
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- I learned the hard way that mushy avocados make for sad guac a little texture goes a long way so don't over mash.
- Discovering the magic of baking chips instead of frying was a game changer for speed and less mess in my kitchen.
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- For the crispiest chips ensure they are in a single layer on the baking sheet without overlapping overcrowding leads to steaming not crisping.
- If you're short on time store bought corn tortilla chips are perfectly acceptable but promise me you'll try baking your own at least once for that unmatched fresh crunch.