Crispy Homemade Cheese Potato Chips
Crispy Homemade Cheese Potato Chips
Perfect Potato Chips Made Easily at Home
Make perfect potato chips right in your own kitchen. It’s incredibly simple and satisfyingly crunchy!
Ingredients- 2 potatoes
- Cooking oil (plenty for deep-frying)
- 1-2 Tbsp cheese powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your potatoes. Wash them thoroughly to remove any dirt, then use a peeler to carefully remove the skin. Rinse the peeled potatoes under clean water.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to slice the potatoes as thinly as possible. Aim for a translucent thinness, similar to how you might imagine dumpling wrappers. This thinness is key to achieving maximum crispiness. If you have a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, use it to get uniform, paper-thin slices. Lay the slices out so they don’t stick together.
Step 3
Soaking the thinly sliced potatoes in cold water for about 15 minutes is a crucial step to remove excess starch. This process helps ensure your chips will be exceptionally crispy once fried. Let the potato slices sit in the cold water, allowing the starch to dissipate. This technique allows for a wonderfully crisp texture without needing a batter.
Step 4
After 15 minutes, drain the potatoes using a colander. It’s essential to thoroughly dry the potato slices using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Any remaining moisture can cause the oil to splatter dangerously and will prevent the chips from becoming truly crisp. Pat them dry as much as you can.
Step 5
Pour enough cooking oil into a frying pan to generously cover the potato slices and heat it over medium heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop a single potato slice in; if it immediately starts bubbling vigorously, the oil is at the correct temperature. Carefully add the potato slices, ensuring they don’t overlap, as this would cause them to cook unevenly. Fry them until they turn a beautiful golden brown and the edges start to look slightly crisp, which should take about 3-5 minutes. Once perfectly golden, remove the chips from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb any excess grease.
Step 6
While the potato chips are still warm, sprinkle them generously with your chosen cheese powder. You can add the chips and cheese powder to a bag and shake well, or toss them gently in a wide bowl to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed. The warmth of the chips helps the cheese powder adhere beautifully, creating that irresistible cheesy flavor. Enjoy your incredibly crispy and delicious homemade cheese potato chips immediately!
