Perfect Hot Chips
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly satisfying, these Perfect Hot Chips are a fry lover’s dream come true! Made with starchy Russet or Maris Piper potatoes, this recipe uses a clever cornstarch soaking method to achieve an impossibly crunchy exterior while keeping the interior fluffy and tender. A two-step frying process ensures each chip is perfectly cooked, delivering a restaurant-quality finish right at home. Seasoned simply with salt, these homemade chips are the ultimate side dish or snack, ideal for serving alongside burgers, fish, or as a stand-alone treat. Ready in under an hour and tailored for four servings, these hot chips are guaranteed to impress every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes (or Maris Piper potatoes)
- 1 liter Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 4 cups Cold water
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into uniform batons, approximately 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches long, for even cooking.
Rinse the cut potatoes under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
Fill a large bowl with 4 cups of cold water and dissolve the cornstarch in it. Soak the potatoes in this solution for at least 30 minutes to achieve a crispy exterior.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 150°C (300°F). To test, dip the handle of a wooden spoon into the oil — if small bubbles form, it’s ready.
Fry the potatoes in small batches for 4-5 minutes, or until they are just tender but not browned. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer to a cooling rack or a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
Allow the partially cooked potatoes to cool for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F).
Fry the potatoes a second time in hot oil, again in small batches, for 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chips from the oil and drain them on fresh paper towels.
Season the hot chips generously with salt and serve immediately. Enjoy your perfect hot chips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 250.9 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 500 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1238 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
