Lime Tortilla Chips

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   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.

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   *If you prefer plain tortilla chips simply stack the fresh tortillas, cut into quarters and fry according to the instructions above.

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   If you are making chips from the Good Eats recipe in this episode, the cooking time will be 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.

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