Corn tortilla chips or “strips”, especially the ones in the bags are usually fried in canola oil, have a lot of unnecessary sodium or “preservatives” added and are almost always higher in fat, calories and sodium. Here’s an easy “how to” make your own Baked Corn Tortilla Chip Strips, without all the unnecessary added fats, calories and sodium. Plus, corn tortillas are always “gluten free”! Servings: 4 You’ll need: 8 corn tortillas (fresh or frozen, thawed) 2 pinches of salt Non-stick cooking spray Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly coat the surface of an edged rectangular baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Next cut each corn tortilla in half, the halves in quarters and with the quarters still put-together begin cutting 1/8 to 1/4 inch strips. Note: Some strips will be wider and some not-so-wide. Spread the strips out completely covering the baking sheet as best you can. Spray the strips with another light coating of non-stick cooking spray. Get 2 pinches of salt and sprinkle all over the tortilla strips. Using a pair of tongs, toss strips around a few times, but keep strips pretty flat. Put tortilla strips into oven and bake for only 5-6 minutes, keeping a close eye on them after a few minutes to make sure they become a golden brown and not dark brown. Remove Baked Corn Tortilla Strips from oven and allow to cool, before serving over top your favorite Mexican dip, salad or tortilla soup.
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This Mango Jalapeño Salsa recipe is great as a topping or side dish and is a perfect compliment to any grilled fish or main dish, such as Frank’s Grilled Tilapia in a Pouch Servings: 6 You’ll need: 1 ripe, but firm mango, peeled, seeded and diced 1/8 cup red pepper, seeded and diced 1/8 cup small Vidalia or sweet onion, diced 3 Tbsp. Tamed Mezzeta’s sliced jalapeños , drained and diced 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice Combine all ingredients into a medium bowl and stir, until completely blended. Karen’s Note: To make Mango Jalapeño Salsa spicier, make sure to include the jalapeño pepper seeds. Karen’s Oven Baked Tilapia Servings: 6 You’ll need: 6 Tilapia fillets 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. Cayenne pepper Fresh ground peppercorns 4 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Using a medium (preferably non-stick) baking sheet, spray or brush the EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) where the Tilapia fillets will be placed. Carefully place the fillets on the baking sheet, flat side down and gently brush the remainder of the EVOO on the tops of the Tilapia fillets. Next, brush the fresh lime juice over the tops of the fish fillets. Sprinkle about 1/2 tsp. of garlic powder and 1/2 tsp. of paprika, just a shake of Cayenne powder and a couple of twists of fresh ground peppercorns over the tops of the fish fillets. Put in the center oven and bake, about 6-7 minutes, until the edges are slightly browned. If the Tilapia fillets are not getting cooked evenly then rotate the pan and bake an additional 2-4 minutes or until completely done. Karen’s Note: Serve with my Mango and Jalapeno Salsa (recipe below) over the top and along with some fresh steamed veggies. My picture shows a serving suggestion of some baby carrots, steamed for about 10-12 minutes (or until fork tender). In the last 2-3 minutes of steaming I added some Kale leaves for a healthier vegetable that compliments this spicy, yet tasty, baked fish. Karen’s Mango and Jalapeno Salsa Servings: 6 You’ll need: 1 ripe, but firm mango, peeled, seeded and diced 1/8 cup red pepper, seeded and diced 1/8 cup small Vidalia or sweet onion, diced 3 Tbsp. Tamed Mezzetta’s sliced jalapenos, drained and diced 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice Mix all ingredients in a medium bowl. Serve this tasty spicy and sweet Mango and Jalapeno Salsa over the Oven Baked Tilapia. Karen’s Note: This salsa can be made ahead of time: Fresh Mango and Jalapeno Salsa can be stored chilled for a day or two, prior to serving. It is also a great topping for our Key West Grilled Chicken Breasts or Egg and Potato Frittatas (recipe posting soon). |
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