TOSTILOCOS RECIPE

 Tostilocos is a wildly popular Mexican street snack that combines crunchy, tangy, spicy, and sweet flavors in one bag. Originating in Tijuana, this unique treat uses a bag of Tostitos tortilla chips as the base and piles on an array of toppings like chopped cucumber, jícama, Japanese peanuts, tamarind candy, chamoy, lime juice, and chili powder. It's messy, colorful, and perfect for sharing at parties, street fairs, or as a quick afternoon craving fix. The beauty of Tostilocos lies in its playful mix — every bite is different, and every bite is bold.

Preparation Time

  • Preparation: 15 minutes

  • Assembly: 5 minutes

  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Serving Size
Serves 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 large bag of Tostitos (any style, original or scoops work well)

  • 1 cup cucumber, peeled and diced

  • 1 cup jícama, peeled and diced (or use apple for a twist)

  • ½ cup Japanese-style peanuts (coated peanuts)

  • ½ cup tamarind candy sticks or tamarind pulp chunks

  • ½ cup pickled pork skin (optional, for authenticity)

  • ¼ cup chamoy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (Valentina or Tajín chamoy hot sauce)

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)

  • 1–2 tablespoons Tajín chili-lime seasoning

  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Detailed Recipe

Step 1 – Prepare your toppings
Dice the cucumber and jícama into small bite-sized cubes. Chop tamarind candy sticks into small pieces if they are long. Have all toppings ready before opening the chips for easy assembly.

Step 2 – Open the chip bag
Cut the top of the Tostitos bag open (do not pour into a bowl — part of the fun is eating straight from the bag). Slightly shake the bag to create more room for toppings.

Step 3 – Layer the fresh ingredients
Add the diced cucumber and jícama directly into the bag of chips. This fresh crunch balances the salty chips.

Step 4 – Add the extras
Mix in Japanese peanuts, tamarind candy, and pickled pork skin if using.

Step 5 – Drizzle and season
Pour the chamoy sauce, hot sauce, and lime juice over the mixture. Sprinkle Tajín generously over the top.

Step 6 – Mix gently
Use a long spoon or fork to lightly toss the ingredients together inside the bag, making sure the sauces and seasoning coat everything.

Step 7 – Serve immediately
Enjoy your Tostilocos straight from the bag while the chips are still crunchy. Serve with extra lime wedges and hot sauce on the side for added flavor.

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