National Tortilla Chip Day
When is National Tortilla Chip Day? This holiday is always observed on February 24
Today is a holiday with a crunch. It’s National Tortilla Chip Day, a February 24 holiday. One might even suggest that it is a corny holiday. Well, that’s okay because today is National Tortilla Chip Day. Just a few decades ago, Americans seldom ate corn chips and salsa. Its popularity has grown immensely. Today is a tribute to the rising popularity of what has now become one of America’s favorite munchies.
Did you know? The corn chip recipe was brought to the U.S. from Mexico by Texas businessman Elmer Doolin.
Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day with a handful of crunchy, tasty corn chips and your favorite salsa or dip.
Tortilla Chips Versus Corn Chips
Many of us think corn chips and tortilla chips are one and the same. In reality, they are different. Both of them are made of the same ingredients: cornmeal, salt, and water. The difference is how they are cooked and prepared.
How to Make Tortilla Chips
- Mix cornmeal, salt, and water into a dough.
- Next, shape the dough into a round shape.
- Cook the dough in a skillet or a cast iron pot.
- Finally, cut it into triangles and then fried.
How to Make Corn Chips
- Mix cornmeal, salt, and water into a dough.
- Shape the dough is pressed through a die, similar to how is made.
- Then, the chips are fried in a heavy skillet.
Ways to Celebrate National Tortilla Chip Day
People like both the crunch and the flavor of tortilla chips. So, here are some ways you can celebrate and enjoy this crunchy holiday:
- Buy a bag of Tortilla chips. Make sure you get tortilla chips and not corn chips.
- Put out a bowl of them on your countertop. Then, grab a handful and enjoy! Make sure to get your fill of them before others in your household seat them all.
- Make homemade tortilla chips.
- Bring some to work to share with your coworkers.
.Ps Don’t forget to put out a bowl of salsa and queso on the side.
Today's Quote
“Normal is not something to aspire to, it’s something to get away from.” – – Jodie Foster
History and Origin of National Tortilla Chip Day
Despite our in-depth research efforts, we did not find the creator or the origin of this day. It was very likely created by a food manufacturer looking to promote Tortilla Chips.
There is no evidence to suggest that this is truly a “National” day, which requires an act of Congress. We found no congressional records or presidential proclamation about this special day.
Definition of “National” Days – Find out why it is important to distinguish true National days.
This Day in History
Besides National Tortilla Chip Day, here are some things that happened on this day:
- William Otis of Philadelphia, PA patents the steam shovel. (1839)
- Britain’s Prince Charles announces his engagement to Lady Diana. (1981)
- Steven Jobs, co-founder of Apple Computer, was born on this day in 1955.
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