🌽 Homemade Doritos Nacho Cheese Chips Recipe
🧂 Seasoning Blend (Nacho Cheese Flavor):
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½ cup cheddar cheese powder (can be found online or in bulk spice stores)
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp sugar
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
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¼ tsp citric acid or lemon zest (for tanginess—citric acid mimics the original best)
🌮 Chips Base:
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10 small corn tortillas
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2–3 tbsp vegetable oil (for brushing or frying)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Make the Chips:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking, or heat oil in a pan if frying.
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Cut each corn tortilla into 6 wedges (like pizza slices).
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For baked chips: Lightly brush with oil on both sides, lay flat on a baking sheet, and bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and crispy.
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For fried chips: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C), fry chips in batches for 1–2 minutes, then drain on paper towels.
2. Apply Seasoning:
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While chips are still warm and slightly oily, place them in a large bowl.
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Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the chips, tossing gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
✅ Tips:
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For extra cheesy flavor, add a little nutritional yeast to the seasoning blend.
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Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch for up to 5 days.
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