Chips Recipe
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Ingredients
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Potato Chips
Tortilla Chips
Method
Potato Chips
- 1
- 2
Soak the Slices
Place the potato slices in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps them become crispier when fried.
- 3
Dry the Slices
After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
- 5
Fry the Chips
Carefully add a handful of potato slices to the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove chips with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 6
Season the Chips
While the chips are still warm, sprinkle them with salt, paprika, and garlic powder to taste. Toss gently to ensure even coating.
- 7
Serve
Allow chips to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them fresh or store in an airtight container.
Tortilla Chips
- 8
Prepare the Tortillas
Cut each corn tortilla into quarters to create triangle-shaped chips.
- 9
Heat the Oil
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Fry the Tortilla Chips
Carefully add a few tortilla quarters to the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 2-3 minutes until they turn golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 11
Season the Chips
While warm, sprinkle the tortilla chips with salt to taste and toss to coat evenly.
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Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving. These chips are perfect for dipping with salsa or guacamole.
