Homemade Tortilla Nests

Ingredients

12 (6-inch) corn tortillas
4 cups corn or vegetable oil
Salt, to taste
Emeril's Original Essence, to taste

Instructions

In a large, heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 360 degrees F.

Quickly dip the tortilla in the oil to make it pliable. Remove from the oil and carefully julienne the tortillas. Spread some of the julienne tortillas in a 1-cup ladle. Place a smaller ladle on top of the tortillas and immerse in the oil. Fry until crisp, about 2 minutes. Remove to a paper towel lined plate and season with salt and Essence. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Serve warm with the Sweet 'n Sour Ceviche.