What Should Be Served With Takis?

Takis is a trendy Mexican chip brand that has been around for quite some time. It’s made from corn, the main ingredient in corn tortilla chips. The name “takis” comes from the Spanish word for tortilla (which means “flatbread”). It has tons of flavor, including spicy chips and a cheese blend.

The first thing you should know about takis is that they are not just any other type of chip. They have their unique taste, texture, and flavor. They are so different from regular tortilla chips that many people don’t even realize they are eating something else.

The most common way to enjoy takis is dipping them into salsa or guacamole. However, there are plenty of ways to use them as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. This article will show you all the possible things you can eat with takis and what you can serve it with.

What Are Takis?

As mentioned, Takis is a trendy brand of chips. They come in various flavors such as sour cream & onion, jalapeno cheddar cheese, bacon ranch, buffalo chicken, and more. These chips are usually sold in bags of 10 pieces each.

They are available at grocery stores, convenience stores, and gas stations across the country. You can find them in both single-serving packages and larger boxes.

What Should Be Served With Takis?

Whether or not you have tried Takis, you should know that these chips are perfect for snacking on. They are crispy, crunchy, and delicious. To make your next party or extra get-together memorable, you should consider serving takis as an appetizer.

Here are some ideas you can try:

1. Salsa

As a Mexican snack, salsa is always a must-have to enjoy any food. So why not add a little spice to your meal using takis instead of regular tortilla chips?

You can dip them into your favorite salsa or guacamole. To make homemade guacamole, you will need ripe avocados, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Then mash the avocado and mix everything.

Or better yet, you can mix them with your favorite dips like blue cheese dressing or ponzu sauce. To make a cheese dressing, you will need mayonnaise, lemon juice, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix everything and add some grated Parmesan cheese.

If you prefer a spicy salsa, add some diced tomatoes, fresh jalapeños, minced garlic, red onions, and cilantro.

2. Sour Cream

Another sauce crowd favorite you can pair with Takis is sour cream. This dipping sauce is one of those sauces that everyone loves. It goes great with almost anything.

To make this epic recipe, you will need sour cream, chopped green onions, black olives, hot sauce, and paprika. Combine all ingredients and stir well. You may also find ready-made sour cream at your local supermarkets.

3. Hummus

If you want a healthier and more Mediterranean option to pair your Takis with, then hummus is the right choice.

This dip comprises chickpeas (garbanzo beans), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley. There are many variations of hummus, but this basic version is the best. Hummus can also be bought from restaurants, especially Middle Eastern ones.

4. Nachos

Mexican food is nothing without nachos, and it can be a great side with Takis! Some people mix their nacho cheese toppings with salsa, while others go straight to guacamole.

You can choose from so many different types of nacho toppings. Here are some examples:

• Peppers – diced bell peppers, roasted red peppers, grilled corn, etc.

• Gooey Cheese Dip – with milk, shredded Cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, delicious cream cheese, feta, etc.

• Guacamole – mashed avocado, tomato, onion, etc.

• Salsa – diced tomatoes, diced cucumbers, diced onions, etc.

You can also level up your cheese game and make chilli cheese fries! Fried cheese always makes everything better.

5. Salad

Salad is one of the most popular snacks around the world. And when paired with Takis, it becomes even more appealing.

For example, you can use lettuce leaves as a base for your salad. Add some crumbled bacon, sliced ham, diced chicken breast, diced turkey breast, cubed cooked pork, cubed smoked salmon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, celery, radishes, scallions, pickles, chopped olives. Gather all these items in a bowl and toss them together.

Although Takis is considered junk food, it suits your choice of salad and can make a balanced meal.

6. Grilled Cheese

We all love grilled cheese, and what better way to eat Takis than to combine them with grilled cheese?

You can either buy ready-toasted pieces of bread or toast your bread. Spread butter on both sides of the bread and place them on a pan over medium heat. Once they start getting golden brown, flip them over and spread another layer of butter on the other side.

Then top each piece of bread with Takis and finish by adding cheese. If you want to get creative, add some bacon, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, fried egg, etc.

7. Mac n Cheese

Mac and cheese is a famous American side dish containing different cheeses. You can always add Ta or pair it with Takis to upgrade your ordinary mac and cheese.

The easiest way to do this is to put some Takis into a bowl and pour some pasta sauce. Then sprinkle some grated cheese on top. You can also top your freshly-made mac and cheese with ground Takis and bake it until crispy.

8. Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are a classic snack and can be eaten alone or with Takis. They are usually served with blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, hot sauce, ketchup, etc.

If you don’t like any of those sauces, you can try making your dipping sauce. Mix equal parts of mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, white vinegar, and water—season with salt and pepper.

One trending chip recipes on social media for chicken wings involve making ground Takis as its batter and coating. It would be best if you ground up Takis using a food processor to do this. Combine 1 cup flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, two tablespoons sugar, and one tablespoon olive oil.

Add 3 cups of cold water and pulse until smooth. The mixture should be thick enough to coat the chicken wing. Coat the chicken wings in the batter and fry them at 350°F for 10 minutes.

Final Thoughts

 As you can see, there are many ways to eat and enjoy Takis. It doesn’t matter if you have a sweet tooth or not because Takis will satisfy your cravings without leaving you feeling guilty.

So next time you crave something sweet, why not give Takis a chance? You’ll indeed find yourself enjoying it more than you thought possible!