Description
Homemade potato chips are a delicious and easy snack. You control the ingredients and can customize the flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- 2 dashes paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes.
- Slice the potatoes very thinly using a mandoline or a sharp knife.
- Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Drain the water and pat the potato slices completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispiness.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 325°F (160°C).
- Carefully add a single layer of potato slices to the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
- Fry for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chips with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Immediately sprinkle with salt and any desired seasonings while still warm.
- Repeat with the remaining potato slices.
Notes
- For best results, use a mandoline for uniform slices.
- Ensure potatoes are completely dry before frying to prevent oil splatters and achieve maximum crispiness.
- Adjust frying time based on the thickness of your potato slices.
- Store leftover chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato chips, homemade chips, crispy chips, fried potatoes, snack recipe