[CH] Home Made Red Chili Potato Chips

Allen Prunty (allen@alprunty.com)
Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:03:42 -0400

                     
* Exported from MasterCook *

                     Homemade Red Chile Potato Chips

Recipe By     : Miller and Kiffin
Serving Size  : 8     Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili Head

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                        CHIPS:
  2                 lg  Idaho baking potatoes
  1                 qt  peanut or canola oil
                        - for frying
                        SEASONING:
     1/2             t  Pure red chile powder
     1/2             t  Cayenne chile powder
     1/4             t  Salt

Peel and slice the potatoes paper-thin with a mandolin or in a food 
processor. Soak the sliced potatoes in ice-cold water 5 minutes. (You 
can slice the potatoes ahead of time and hold them in water as long as 4 
or 5 hours.) Drain in a salad spinner or lay flat on kitchen towels and 
pat dry.

Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350 degrees. Meanwhile, 
thoroughly combine all the chip seasoning ingredients in a bowl. Fry the 
potatoes in batches until crisp and brown.  Remove with a slotted spoon 
or use a spoon and strainer, and drain on paper towels.

Transfer to a large bowl and toss chips with chip seasoning while still 
warm.

Source:
  "Coyote's Pantry"
Copyright:
  "1993"
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Serving Ideas : For best results, serve immediately. Good with burgers, 
sandwiches, or with eggs and chorizo for breakfast or brunch. Storage: 
Can be stored in a cool, dry place two to three days, or up to one week 
in dry climates.

NOTES : Idaho russet baking potatoes make the best chips, as they are 
high in moisture and low in sugar.