Welcome to my blog, today we are going to learn how to make the delicious South African dish - Slap Chips. Slap Chips are a popular street food in South Africa, especially in Cape Town. The dish is made from potatoes and is typically served with salt and vinegar. With a crisp exterior and soft interior, slap chips are a must-try for anyone visiting the country. So, let's get started on making our own version of this tasty dish!
Ingredients
- Potatoes - 4 medium-sized
- Oil for frying - 2 cups
- Salt to taste
- Vinegar to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cleaning and Cutting the Potatoes
Wash the potatoes under running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Peel the potatoes and cut them into long, thin slices of uniform size. The thickness of the slices should be around ½ cm. Rinse the sliced potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch.
Step 2: Preparing the Frying Oil
Take a deep frying pan or a deep fryer and fill it with oil. Heat the oil to a temperature of 180°C. Make sure that the oil is hot enough before frying the potatoes, as it will ensure that the chips are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Step 3: Frying the Chips
Add the potato slices into the hot oil slowly and in batches. Make sure that the oil is not too hot, as it will burn the chips. Fry the potatoes till they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove the chips from the oil using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
Step 4: Seasoning the Chips
Transfer the chips to a bowl and season them with salt and vinegar. Toss the chips well to ensure that they are evenly coated with the seasoning. You can also add other seasonings like peri-peri powder, garlic powder, or paprika for an extra kick of flavor.
Step 5: Serving the Slap Chips
Serve the hot and crispy slap chips with your favorite dipping sauce or condiment. Slap chips can be enjoyed as a snack or as a side dish with burgers, steak or grilled chicken.
Congratulations, you have made your very own delicious slap chips! Enjoy the meal!
