Crispy Sweet Potato Chips: An Easy Winter Snack
How to Make Delicious Fried Sweet Potato Chips
Let me show you how to make super simple fried sweet potato chips using sweet potatoes, a quintessential winter snack. They’re perfectly crispy and delightfully sweet!
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- Vegetable oil for frying
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by thoroughly washing the sweet potatoes under running water, scrubbing away any dirt. You don’t need to peel them. Next, using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, slice the sweet potatoes as thinly as possible. The thinner the slices, the crispier your chips will be!
Step 2
Place the thinly sliced sweet potato pieces in a bowl and rinse them under cold running water. Continue rinsing until the water runs clear and no more starchy residue comes off. This step is crucial for preventing the chips from sticking together and ensuring they achieve maximum crispiness.
Step 3
Soak the rinsed sweet potato slices in clean cold water for about 10 minutes. This will help remove any remaining starch, which can make them less crispy. After soaking, drain them well in a colander. Pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove all excess moisture. Any remaining water can cause hot oil to splatter and will prevent the chips from becoming perfectly crisp.
Step 4
Now it’s time to fry! Pour a generous amount of vegetable oil into a deep frying pan or wok. The oil should be hot enough that when you dip a wooden chopstick into it, small bubbles form around the stick (around 170-180°C or 340-350°F). Carefully add the dried sweet potato slices to the hot oil. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan; fry in batches to maintain the oil temperature and ensure even crisping. Overcrowding will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy chips.
Step 5
Gently stir the sweet potato slices with chopsticks as they fry. They are ready when they turn a beautiful golden brown and sound crisp when nudged. They can burn quickly, so keep a close eye on them! As soon as they start to develop a rich, golden hue, it’s time to remove them. Do not leave the kitchen while frying!
Step 6
Once fried to perfection, remove the sweet potato chips from the oil and place them on a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Enjoy them plain while they’re warm and crispy, or get creative! For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle them with a little sugar, cinnamon powder, or your favorite savory seasoning like Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your homemade, delicious, and healthy sweet potato chips!
