Crispy Homemade Potato Chips

Name: Crispy Homemade Potato Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 4 potatoes; 2 tbsp of olive oil; salt; pepper; paprika

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These chips are very thin slices of vegetables fried in oil or baked in the oven. 🥔 A mandoline is essential. Season before cooking.

Total time: 35 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.20

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 5

servings

Estimated cost €0.80

Equipment

Pastry brush
Parchment paper
Baking sheet
Bowl
Kitchen knife
Mandoline

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 400 °F.

Wash and peel the potatoes. Use the mandoline to cut them into very thin slices.
In a bowl, toss the potato slices with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and optionally the paprika if you want to add a little kick.
Arrange the potato slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they don't overlap.
Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about , flipping the slices halfway through for even cooking.
The chips are ready when their edges are golden and they are nice and crispy.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

120kcal

Protein2 g7%
Carbs15 g49%
Fat6 g44%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🥔🍽️ To vary the flavors, you can add herbs like rosemary or thyme on the chips before baking them. Serve them with a yogurt and fresh herb dip for an indulgent touch! 🌿🍹

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Cooked chips turn soft and lose their crispy texture after thawing.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Chips lose their crispness quickly after cooking. Not suited to batch cooking.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The potatoes can be peeled and sliced the day before, then kept in cold water in the fridge to prevent oxidation.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Reheat 5-7 minutes at 180°C in the oven or air fryer to regain a bit of crispness. Microwave not recommended, it makes them soft.

Variations

Replace some of the potatoes with sweet potato, beet or parsnip.
Season with herbes de Provence, garlic powder or Parmesan.
Serve with a yogurt or fromage blanc dip.

Mistakes to avoid

Cutting the slices too thick or uneven: some stay soft. Use a mandoline.
Overlapping them on the sheet: they won't crisp. Spread them out so they don't touch.
Forgetting to flip them: they cook unevenly. Flip them halfway through cooking.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a mandoline to make chips?

It's the easiest way to get very thin, even slices, which are essential for crispness. Without a mandoline, use a vegetable peeler or a very sharp knife, slicing as thinly as possible.

How do I make the chips really crispy?

Slice them very thin, toss them in olive oil, spread them in a single layer without overlapping and flip them halfway through cooking. The chips are ready when their edges are golden, after about 20 minutes at 200 °C.

Can I make chips with other vegetables?

Yes, sweet potato, beet, carrot or parsnip make colorful chips. Slice them thin and watch the cooking, as times vary by vegetable. Beet chips brown faster.

What seasoning goes on homemade chips?

Salt, pepper and paprika, as in this recipe, but also herbes de Provence, mild chili powder or garlic powder. Season before cooking with the olive oil, then adjust as they come out of the oven.