Here's how to make potato chips UK style, also known as crisps:
Ingredients:
- 4-5 large potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or sunflower oil (for frying)
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly using a mandoline or a sharp knife. You can also use a potato peeler for thin and crispy chips.
2. Soak the potato slices in a bowl of cold water for about 30 minutes.
3. Drain the potato slices and pat them dry with a kitchen towel or paper towels.
4. Heat the vegetable or sunflower oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 350°F.
5. In small batches, carefully lower the potato slices into the hot oil and fry them for 3-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp.
6. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
7. Sprinkle salt over the hot chips and toss them gently to coat evenly.
8. Repeat the frying process with the remaining potato slices.
9. Serve the chips immediately while they are still warm and crispy.
Optional: You can add additional seasonings such as paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder to the chips for extra flavor. Simply sprinkle the seasoning over the hot chips before tossing them in salt.
