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Potato Chips

Crispy, golden homemade potato chips fried in oil until perfectly crunchy. A simple snack that's ready in minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
250
Protein
2g
Potato Chips
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice the 2 large potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, using a mandoline or sharp knife.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Fry the potato slices in batches, without crowding, until golden and crisp, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

  4. Step 4

    Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with the 1 teaspoon salt while hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • deep pot
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels
  • mandoline or sharp knife

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