Best 12 Spicy Tortilla Strips Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few snacks can match the tantalizing crunch and spicy kick of tortilla strips. These crispy golden triangles, crafted from corn or wheat tortillas, are a versatile culinary creation that can be enjoyed on their own or incorporated into a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, a crunchy topping for tacos or nachos, or a flavorful addition to soups and salads, spicy tortilla strips are a culinary chameleon that can elevate any meal. With a multitude of recipes available, this article delves into the world of spicy tortilla strips, providing a comprehensive guide to help you find the perfect recipe to satisfy your taste buds and create a culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SEASONED BAKED TORTILLA STRIPS



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Crunchy homemade seasoned and baked tortilla strips. A perfect topping for salads, soups and more!

Provided by Rachel

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 small corn tortillas
4 tsp vegetable oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  • Cut corn tortillas into 1/2-inch strips. Add to a large bowl, toss with vegetable oil to coat. Sprinkle with seasonings. Toss to coat tortilla strips evenly.
  • Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake for 5-10 minutes. Toss and return to the oven. Continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes or until desired crispness is reached.
  • Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

SPICY TORTILLA CHIPS



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These spicy baked chips are great scoops for salsa, guacamole or chili!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
8 corn or Old El Paso™ flour tortillas (6 inches in diameter)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Stir together butter and chili powder; brush on one side of tortillas. Cut each into 12 wedges. Place in ungreased jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch.
  • Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp and golden brown; cool. (Tortillas will continue to crisp as they cool.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg

TORTILLA SNACK STRIPS



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"These crispy, zippy strips are a super homemade alternative to commercial snack chips," writes Karen Riordan from her home in Fern Creek, Kentucky.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, melted
6 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion salt or onion powder
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Brush butter over one side of each tortilla. Combine the seasonings; lightly sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon over each tortilla. Make two stacks of tortillas, with three in each stack. Using a serrated knife, cut each stack into nine thin strips. , Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This zippy Mexican casserole is a real winner at our house. It's so flavorful and filling, we usually just accompany it with rice and black beans. If your family has spicier tastes, increase the chili powder and use a medium or hot salsa.-Julie Huffman, New Lebanon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups salsa, divided
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 3/4-inch strips, divided
1 cup sour cream
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Place 1/4 cup salsa in each of two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Top each with a fourth of the tortillas and 1/4 cup salsa. , Divide the meat mixture, sour cream and corn between the two casseroles. Top with remaining tortillas, salsa and cheese. , Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 1 month. Cover and bake second casserole at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed above.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

SPICY TORTILLA CHIPS



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Served warm from the oven alongside black bean salsa, these easy-to-make chips are perfect impromptu party fare. Be sure to use fresh chili powder and cayenne pepper to give the chips a hot, spicy kick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
Pinch cayenne pepper
12 small flour tortillas
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine the oil, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Brush each tortilla with the oil mixture and stack on top of one another to lightly oil the backside.
  • Cut into wedges, and arrange in a single layer on baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt. Bake until crisp and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.

BAKED CORN TORTILLA STRIPS FOR MEXICAN SOUPS



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Baked corn tortilla strips are a staple in Mexican soups - use in your favorite tortilla soup or to garnish other Mexican soups.

Provided by gem

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Tortilla Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
2 tablespoons avocado oil, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut tortillas first in half, then crosswise into 1/8-inch strips. Place in a bowl and toss with oil until fully coated. Arrange tortilla strips in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until strips are crisp and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 23.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

SPICED TORTILLA



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Perfect for dinners, lunches and snacks, this spiced tortilla is a great in-the-fridge standby for many occasions

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Snack, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 onion , sliced
1 red chilli , deseeded and shredded
2 tsp curry spice (we used coriander, cumin and turmeric)
300g cherry tomato
500g cooked potato , sliced
bunch coriander , stalks finely chopped, leaves roughly chopped
8 eggs , beaten

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Fry the onion and half the chilli for 5 mins until softened. Tip in the spices, fry for 1 min more, then add the cherry tomatoes, potatoes and coriander stalks to the pan. Season the eggs well, pour over the top of the veg and leave to cook gently for 8-10 mins until almost set.
  • Heat the grill and flash the tortilla underneath for 1-2 mins until the top is set. Scatter the coriander leaves and remaining chilli over the top, slice into wedges and serve with a green salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.69 milligram of sodium

SPICY MEXICAN TORTILLA SOUP



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This kicked-up soup features sautéed onions and spicy peppers combined with chicken, corn, tomatoes and black beans all simmered in a delicious broth. The result is an ultra-flavorful soup your family will love!

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 large onion, diced
2 large jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
½ cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (32 ounce) carton Swanson® Mexican Tortilla Flavor Infused Broth
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 cup Tortilla chips or strips

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 6-quart saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and peppers and cook for 2 minutes or until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, corn, beans, tomatoes, broth and chicken and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve topped with crushed tortilla chips or strips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 651.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

SPICY TORTILLA STRIPS



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Categories     Bake     Quick & Easy     Tortillas     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup vegetable oil plus additional for brushing
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Lightly brush 2 large baking pans with oil. Whisk 1/4 cup oil with spices and salt and brush 1 side of each tortilla with it. Make 3 (4-tortilla) stacks and cut stacks into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Arrange strips in 1 layer in baking pans. Bake, switching position of pans halfway through baking, until golden and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and cool completely in pans.

SPICY TORTILLA SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 corn tortillas
2 (32-ounce) boxes or cans low-sodium chicken broth
Chicken bones, reserved from Day 2
1 large red onion, coarsely chopped
2 large tomatoes, diced
2 medium jalapenos, sliced
1 lime, juiced
2 ears grilled corn, reserved from Day 1
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
8 ounces crumbled feta, queso fresco, or other fresh white cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut tortillas into 1/2-inch-thick strips and arrange them on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake them 5 to 10 minutes, or until crispy.
  • In a large saucepan, bring the chicken broth and chicken bones to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Place a colander over a second large saucepan and strain the broth through it. When the bones are cool enough to handle, pick off the remaining meat and add it to the strained broth. Stir in the onion, tomatoes, jalapenos, and lime juice. Heat about 5 minutes more to blend flavors.
  • Cut the corn from the cobs and add it to the soup. Divide the baked tortilla strips among 4 bowls. Ladle in the soup and serve with bowls of cilantro leaves, cubed avocado, and crumbled cheese to use as toppings at the table.

SPICY TORTILLA SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 corn tortillas
2 (32-ounce) boxes or cans low-sodium chicken broth
Chicken bones, reserved from Day 2
1 large red onion, coarsely chopped
2 large tomatoes, diced
2 medium jalapenos, sliced
1 lime, juiced
2 ears grilled corn, reserved from Day 1
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
8 ounces crumbled feta, queso fresco, or other fresh white cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut tortillas into 1/2-inch-thick strips and arrange them on a cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake them 5 to 10 minutes, or until crispy.
  • In a large saucepan, bring the chicken broth and chicken bones to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Place a colander over a second large saucepan and strain the broth through it. When the bones are cool enough to handle, pick off the remaining meat and add it to the strained broth. Stir in the onion, tomatoes, jalapenos, and lime juice. Heat about 5 minutes more to blend flavors.
  • Cut the corn from the cobs and add it to the soup. Divide the baked tortilla strips among 4 bowls. Ladle in the soup and serve with bowls of cilantro leaves, cubed avocado, and crumbled cheese to use as toppings at the table.

HOMEMADE SPICY TORTILLA CHIPS



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Make and share this Homemade Spicy Tortilla Chips recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 19m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon medium-heat chili powder
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
16 inches flour tortillas
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine salt, chili powder and lime juice in a cup; mix well. Brush lightly over each tortilla. Cut each tortilla into 8 wedges. Spread tortilla wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Toast in a preheated 400° oven for 7-9 minutes or until chips are lightly browned and crisp.
  • Remove from oven. Cool. Chips will firm up as they cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 504.9, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortillas: Use fresh, high-quality tortillas that are soft and pliable. If the tortillas are too hard or dry, they will break when you cut them into strips.
  • Cut the tortillas into even strips: This will help them cook evenly. You can use a sharp knife or a kitchen shears to cut the tortillas.
  • Season the tortilla strips: You can use a variety of seasonings to flavor the tortilla strips, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, or paprika. You can also add some salt and pepper to taste.
  • Fry the tortilla strips in hot oil: This will help them become crispy. Be sure to use a high-quality oil that can withstand high temperatures, such as vegetable oil or canola oil.
  • Drain the tortilla strips on paper towels: This will help remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the tortilla strips immediately: They are best enjoyed when they are fresh and crispy.

Conclusion:

Spicy tortilla strips are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Enjoy them on their own, or use them as a topping for salads, soups, or tacos.

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