Potato Chips: the best recipe for crispy homemade chips

Step 1

Peel the potatoes, then put them in a bowl filled with cold water. Fill a second bowl with cold water. Stir in the white vinegar.

Step 2

Slice the potatoes using a mandolin slicer to about 1/16-inch thickness. Place the sliced potatoes into the water and vinegar mixture. Leave to soak for a minimum of 1 hour.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the sliced potatoes. Set them in a sieve to drain completely.

Step 4

Pat dry the potatoes with paper towels to soak up excess water.

Step 5

Pour two inches of oil into a large pan. Heat the oil to 380F. Working in batches, fry the potato slices until golden brown, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Remove them with a slotted spoon.

Step 7

Arrange the potatoes on a baking tray lined with paper towel to remove excess oil.

Step 8

Season immediately with preferred seasonings. Repeat with remaining potatoes.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy!