spicy ribbon potato chips

Casar, NC
Updated on Mar 11, 2012

You won't settle for store bought chips after munching these crispy, deep fried snacks. Season with chili powder and cayenne pepper, the zippy chips are surefire crowd-pleasers. This recipe came from Taste of Home's cookbook.

prep time 45 Min
cook time
method Deep Fry
yield 6 -- 8

Ingredients

  • 4 medium unpeeled baking potatoes
  • 4 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 4 cups ice water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • - oil for deep-fat frying

How To Make spicy ribbon potato chips

  • Step 1
    Using a vegetable peeler or metal cheese slicer, cut potatoes into very thin lengthwise strips. Place in a large bowl; add 3 teaspoons salt and ice water. Soak for 30 minutes; drain. Place potatoes on paper towels and pat dry.
  • Step 2
    In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, garlic salt, cayenne and remaining salt; set aside.
  • Step 3
    In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees. Cook potatoes in oil in batches for 3 to 4 minutes, or until deep golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Store in an airtight container.

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Category: Chips
Method: Deep Fry
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes

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