Cereales y Granos

Fried corn chips with chili and cheese

Fried corn chips with chili and cheese
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Ingredient Information

Name

Fried corn chips with chili and cheese

Category

Cereales y Granos

Popularity

3 recipes

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Inactive

Description

Fried corn chips with chili and cheese are a popular ingredient in Latin American cuisine, especially in Mexico. They consist of thin corn tortillas cut into triangles and fried until they achieve a crispy texture, which are then seasoned with chili powder and sprinkled with grated or powdered cheese.

This ingredient combines the earthy flavor of corn with the spicy touch of chili and the creaminess of cheese, providing a contrast of textures and flavors that enhances many recipes, such as nachos, salads, soups, or as a side for snacks and appetizers.

Corn is a cereal native to Mesoamerica, and fried corn chips have traditional Mexican roots, although they are now widely consumed throughout Latin America and the United States.

Properties: in addition to being a source of energetic carbohydrates, they provide dietary fiber if prepared with whole-grain tortillas. Chili contains capsaicin, which stimulates metabolism and has antioxidant effects, while cheese provides protein, calcium, and fats. However, because they are fried, the chips are typically high in fats and calories, so they are recommended to be consumed in moderation.

Synonyms in Spanish from Hispanic America: in Mexico and much of Central America, they are simply known as totopos, while in some countries they may be called nachos when topped with melted cheese and other ingredients. In other regions, they may also be referred to as tostitos with chili and cheese or simply corn chips with chili and cheese.

Nutritional Properties

4.5g
fiber
600mg
sodium
30mcg
folate
210mg
potassium
1g
sugars
450
calories
0mcg
lycopene
6g
proteins
0.5mg
vitamin c
25g
total fat
4g
saturated fats
50g
carbohydrates

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