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Crispy Potato Chips

These homemade crispy potato chips are a delightfully crunchy snack perfect for any occasion, easily made with just a few simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chips
  • 4 medium-sized potatoes (Russet works great for their starch content)
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying) Substitution: canola or sunflower oil can be used
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash your potatoes thoroughly.
  2. Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, slice the potatoes as thinly as possible—around 1/8 inch.
  3. Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water for about 30 minutes.
  4. Drain the water and pat the potato slices dry using kitchen towels.
  5. In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F (175°C).
Cooking
  1. Carefully add a handful of potato slices to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot.
  2. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
  3. Use a slotted spoon to remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  4. While they’re still warm, sprinkle with sea salt to taste.
  5. Continue this process until all your potato slices are fried and seasoned to perfection.
Serving
  1. Serve the crispy potato chips warm and enjoy!

Notes

If you have leftover chips, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them, but the texture may change. To reheat, place them in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes.