Step 1

Heat vegetable oil in a fryer or a deep frying pan.

Step 2

While oil is heating up, wipe both sides of kelp with a wet towel to remove any extra salt residue.

Step 3

Cut kelp into 1.5 x 1.5 inch squares with scissors.

Step 4

Prepare a plate lined with paper towel or fryer basket right next to the fryer.

Step 5

When oil is heated enough (150°C/300°F) throw in a handful of kelp pieces and start frying. The kelp pieces should balloon or flower in just seconds. When they have floated to the top, leave them to fry a couple more seconds and using a spider or a fryer basket, take them out onto plate prepared in step 4.

Step 6

Once it’s cooled a little, sprinkle sugar generously on both sides.