Tijuana Trash

Meet your next crowd-pleasing party snack with a spicy twist—Tijuana Trash! This addictive, Tex-Mex-inspired snack mix combines crunchy corn tortilla chips, salty pretzels, cheddar cheese crackers, roasted peanuts, and crispy fried onions for the ultimate texture combo. The magic happens when this mix is coated in a zesty blend of melted butter, taco seasoning, hot sauce, and a splash of lime juice, then baked to golden perfection. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and optional fresh cilantro, Tijuana Trash delivers bold, savory flavors with every bite. Quick to prepare and perfect for game days, movie nights, or casual gatherings, this irresistible snack is sure to be a hit with your guests. Don't forget to make extra—it vanishes fast!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 6 cups Corn tortilla chips
• 3 cups Pretzels
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese crackers
• 1 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 cup Crispy fried onions
• 1 stick Butter
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce (e.g., sriracha or your favorite brand)
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the tortilla chips, pretzels, cheddar cheese crackers, roasted peanuts, and crispy fried onions. Gently toss to mix evenly.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the taco seasoning, hot sauce, and lime juice. Mix well until the seasoning and liquid are fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the butter mixture evenly over the snack mix in the bowl. Use a large spoon or spatula to toss the mix until every piece is lightly coated with the seasoned butter.

Step 5

Spread the coated snack mix in an even layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 6

Bake the snack mix in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely to room temperature.

Step 8

Once cooled, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the snack mix and toss gently to distribute. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

Step 9

Transfer the Tijuana Trash to a serving bowl or portion into snack-sized bags for storage. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1328.2 grams (1328.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6683

Total Fat 435.30g	558%
Saturated Fat 132.90g	665%
Polyunsaturated Fat 71.00g
Cholesterol 426mg	142%
Sodium 12464mg	542%
Total Carbohydrate 594.90g	216%
Dietary Fiber 46.60g	166%
Total Sugars 32.70g
Protein 150.70g	301%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 2203mg	169%
Iron 27mg	151%
Potassium 2641mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 34.5%