NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY – February 24
National Tortilla Chip Day on February 24th celebrates a crunchy chip that provides a multitude of ways to enjoy it! The day also shares the chip’s history and many ways to enjoy this delicious snack food.
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Everyone loves tortilla chips! We most commonly served them with salsa, chile con queso, guacamole, cheese dips, or other dips. Tortilla chips are made from corn tortillas cut into wedges and then fried. The tortillas are made from corn, vegetable oil, salt, and water. Typically made with yellow corn, tortillas can also be made with white, blue, or red corn.
Even though tortilla chips have always been considered to be Mexican food, known as tostadas, they were first mass-produced in Los Angeles in the late 1940s.Rebecca Webb Carranza receives credit for making the crisp chips popular. She and her husband operated a deli and tortilla factory in Los Angeles. And its creation happened almost by accident!
Inspiration struck when the tortilla manufacturing machine discarded the misshapen tortilla. Carranza realized they could be cut into triangles and fried. She then sold them for a dime a bag at the El Zarape Tortilla Factory. Carranza received the Golden Tortilla Award in 1994 for her contribution to the Mexican food industry.
The United States is one of the primary markets for tortilla chips.
Another favorite dish made with tortilla chips is nachos. Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya created the dish we call nachos around the year 1943. The tortilla chips are served with melted or shredded cheese. Additional toppings are often added, such as meat, salsa, refried beans, tomatoes, diced onion, lettuce, olives, jalapenos, guacamole, and sour cream.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY
- Celebrate by eating tortilla chips!
- Make some nachos.
- Make homemade tortilla chips.
- Invite friends and family to enjoy tortilla chips with your favorite toppings.
- Visit a local restaurant with the best fresh-made chips. Don’t forget to give them a shout-out, too!
- Use #NationalTortillaChipDay to post on social media.
NATIONAL TORTILLA CHIP DAY HISTORY
Nacho sure who originated this day, but we’re pretty sure they loved tortilla chips! We’ll let you know when we know more.
Tortilla Chip FAQ
Q. How many calories are in a tortilla chip?
A. One tortilla chip contains approximately 10 calories.
Q. Are there grain-free tortilla chips?
A. Yes! Visit National Grain-Free Day for some ideas.
Q. Who celebrates National Tortilla Chip Day?
A. Anyone who likes tortilla chips celebrates the day. You might even find deals at restaurants and pubs to make the celebration even better!