Ingredients:

  • 6 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Pour the neutral oil into a heavy-bottomed skillet and heat over medium-high until the oil shimmers or a small piece of tortilla sizzles immediately upon contact.
  2. Carefully lay one tortilla flat in the hot oil. Fry for 1–2 minutes per side, flipping with tongs once the bottom is a rich, golden mahogany and the shell begins to stiffen and cup.
  3. Remove the shell from the oil immediately and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Sprinkle with salt while the surface is still glistening to ensure the seasoning adheres.