Doritos: America's most iconic triangular tortilla chips!

Doritos: an iconic American brand

The Doritos story begins in the 1960s and runs through an unexpected place: Disneyland! At a park restaurant run by Frito-Lay, the idea is said to have come from repurposing tortillas by cutting them into triangles, then frying and seasoning them. The success was immediate. In 1966, Doritos became the first tortilla chip distributed nationally in the United States. By the way, did you know "Doritos" means "little bits of gold" in Spanish? A nice nod to their golden color and their Latin inspiration.

The first version was just plain toasted corn. Then came the flavors that made the legend: Taco in 1967, and above all the legendary Nacho Cheese in 1972, which remains the best-selling flavor to this day. In 1986 came Cool Ranch (called "Cool American" in some European countries), another great classic. Since then, the brand has belonged to Frito-Lay/PepsiCo and has never stopped innovating.

Did you know Doritos is a Super Bowl star?

Doritos is as famous for its commercials as for its chips! The brand is known for its ads aired during the Super Bowl, the most-watched TV event in the United States, often funny and offbeat. Doritos has even lent its name to other cult products, like the Doritos Locos Tacos from the Taco Bell chain — a taco whose shell is made of Doritos! Proof that the brand is a true icon of American pop culture.

How are Doritos made?

Doritos are corn-based chips. After harvest, the best corn is selected, cooked, soaked, washed and then ground into a dough. This is flattened and cut into little triangles — the famous Doritos. The triangles are toasted and fried, then seasoned in a big rotating drum that coats them evenly with flavor. A meticulous quality check keeps only the crunchiest, tastiest chips. Quite an art!

The Doritos universe: bold flavors

The great strength of Doritos is their ever-expanding palette of flavors — the brand has offered more than a hundred tastes over the years! From must-haves like Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch to spicier, bolder versions, plus limited editions and surprising collabs, there's something for every palate. At MYAM, we've selected a way for you to explore this universe of flavors, including varieties little known in Europe.

A fan's tip: homemade Doritos nachos

Doritos are perfect as they are, but they also make delicious recipes! Spread them in a dish, scatter with shredded cheese and bake for a few minutes for instant nachos, then top with guacamole, salsa, sour cream and jalapeños. You can also crumble them into a crunchy topping on a chili or a salad. Ideal for a football night or a fun get-together with friends!

Where to find Doritos?

My American Market, your online grocery store, has selected a variety of Doritos to spice up your snack spreads and snacking. Whether you're team Nacho Cheese, a fan of spicy thrills or curious about original flavors, you're in for a treat. Want other fun snacks? Take a look at our wide range of appetizer products!