D-I-Y CHIPS AT HOME

It’s so easy to make your own real sweet potato chips at home. Scrub the sweet potatoes lightly, wash well and pat dry. Using a mandolin or V-slicer, slice vegetables lengthways into 1mm slices.

Half fill a large saucepan with vegetable oil (or use a deep fryer) to 150°C. Deep-fry the sweet potato slices, in batches, until beginning to brown around the edges. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon; drain well on paper towel. When cooled, if any chips are not completely crisp, deep-fry again for 30 seconds; drain on paper towels. Sprinkle chips lightly with salt before serving. The chips will stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 2 days.