Lime Tortilla Chips

Directions

1. 1
   In a small mixing bowl, combine the lime juice and salt.
2. 2
   One at a time, dip the chips into the mixture and arrange on a cooling rack set inside a sheet pan.
3. 3
   Allow to dry for 1 hour or until there are no visible signs of moisture on the chips.
4. 4
   Place the oil into a 5-quart pot or Dutch oven and heat to 365 to 375 degrees F.
5. 5
   Gently lower the chips, 5 to 6 at a time, into the oil and fry for 20 to 30 seconds.
6. 6
   Using a slotted spoon or spider, remove the chips to a newspaper-lined sheet pan.
7. 7
   Allow to cool 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
8. 8
   *If you prefer plain tortilla chips simply stack the fresh tortillas, cut into quarters and fry according to the instructions above.
9. 9
   If you are making chips from the Good Eats recipe in this episode, the cooking time will be 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.