Best 2 Homemade Fritos Recipes

**Homemade Fritos: A Delightful Treat Made with Simple Ingredients**

Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor, homemade Fritos are a delightful snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these copycat Fritos are incredibly easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer them plain, salted, or flavored with your favorite seasonings, these homemade Fritos are sure to become a new favorite snack. In this article, we'll provide you with two irresistible recipes for homemade Fritos, including a classic version and a spicy version, so you can enjoy this delicious treat in the comfort of your own home.

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HOMEMADE FRITOS

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The beauty of a Frito is in its simplicity: a little cornmeal, lots of salt, not much else.

Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer

Categories quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 snack-size servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

80 grams (about 1/2 cup) stone-ground or other fine cornmeal (do not use whole grain)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more as needed
1 teaspoon olive oil or vegetable oil
Vegetable oil for frying, optional

Steps:

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut 2 pieces of parchment the same size as a baking sheet and set aside. Bring about 3/4 cup water to a boil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornmeal and salt. Add 1/3 cup boiling water and mix with a fork until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon oil and mix again. The batter should be thick and slightly runny; if necessary, add more boiling water 1 teaspoon at a time for the desired consistency.
Place one sheet of parchment on a work surface, and scrape the batter into the center. Top with the second sheet of parchment and gently roll out the batter to about .33-inch thick. Transfer the parchment and rolled batter to the baking sheet. Remove the top sheet of parchment and score the batter into small rectangles. Bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool and break apart. Sprinkle with additional salt, if desired, and serve. Or, fry the chips as described below.
Set aside a plate lined with a paper towel. Fill a small skillet with about 1.5 inches vegetable oil. Place over medium heat and allow to heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Test with a small piece of a chip; it should sink to the bottom of the pan, sizzle, float to the top and turn pale golden brown in about 30 seconds. Fry half the chips, using a metal strainer to transfer to the paper towel to drain. Repeat with remaining chips. Sprinkle with salt, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 112, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 66 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

HOMEMADE FRITOS

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These were fun to make with the kids, they got to see what fritos are made of. I baked one batch and fried the other. Fried won out hands down.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories Chips

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/2 c stone ground or other fine cornmeal (do not use whole grain cornmeal)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp canola oil
canola oil for frying, optional

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 375-degrees. Cut 2 pieces of parchment the same size as a baking sheet and set aside. Bring about .75 cup water to a boil.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornmeal and salt. Add 1/3 cup boiling water and mix with a fork until smooth. Add 1 teaspoon oil and mix again. The batter should be thick and slightly runny; if necessary, add more boiling water 1 teaspoon at a time for the desired consistency.
3. Place one sheet of parchment on a work surface, and scrape the batter into the center. Top with the second sheet of parchment and gently roll out the batter to about .33-inch thick. Transfer the parchment and rolled batter to the baking sheet. Remove the top sheet of parchment and score the batter into small rectangles. Bake until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool and break apart. Sprinkle with additional salt, if desired, and serve. Or, fry the chips as described below.
4. Set aside a plate lined with a paper towel. Fill a small skillet with about 1.5 inches vegetable oil. Place over medium heat and allow to heat for 1 to 2 minutes. Test with a small piece of a chip; it should sink to the bottom of the pan, sizzle, float to the top and turn pale golden brown in about 30 seconds. Fry half the chips, using a metal strainer to transfer to the paper towel to drain. Repeat with remaining chips. Sprinkle with salt, if desired, and serve.

Tips:

Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to prevent the oil from burning.
Use a candy thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature (365°F/185°C).
Be careful not to overcrowd the pot with corn chips. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the corn chips from the oil. This will help to drain off any excess oil.
Season the corn chips with your favorite seasonings while they are still hot.

Conclusion:

Making homemade Fritos is a fun and easy project that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The best part is that you can customize the chips to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them plain or seasoned, thick or thin, these homemade Fritos are sure to be a hit.

So next time you're craving a crunchy snack, skip the store-bought chips and make your own homemade Fritos. You won't be disappointed!