Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional Add-Ons for Extra Flavor:
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika for a smoky kick
- ½ teaspoon cumin for a Tex-Mex twist
- 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan for added cheesiness
Directions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
2. Melt the Cheese:
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the mozzarella cheese for about 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until fully melted and gooey.
3. Prepare the Dough:
Add almond flour, kosher salt, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika (if using), and a few cracks of black pepper to the melted cheese. Using your hands (or a spatula, if the cheese is hot), knead the dough until it comes together into a smooth ball.
4. Roll It Out:
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll it out evenly to about ⅛-inch thickness, forming a rectangle.
5. Cut the Chips:
Remove the top parchment sheet and, using a knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into small triangle-shaped chips for that classic tortilla chip look.
6. Bake the Chips:
Spread the triangles evenly across the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they don’t overlap. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are golden and the chips are crisp. Rotate the trays halfway through for even baking.
7. Cool and Serve:
Let the chips cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes—they’ll crisp up even more as they cool. Serve them with your favorite low-carb dips, like guacamole, salsa, or queso!
Tips for Perfect Chips:
For extra crispiness, let the dough rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before rolling it out.
Keep a close eye on the chips as they bake to avoid burning the edges.
Is this low-carb recipe a true alternative to traditional tortilla chips, or do such substitutions miss the mark entirely in replicating the authentic experience? Are you team low-carb or team traditional?