HOMEMADE SALT AND VINEGAR CHIPS

Homemade Salt and Vinegar Chips image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
14 ounces distilled white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons malt vinegar powder
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

Using a mandolin, carefully cut the potatoes into 1/16-inch-thick slices. They should be thin enough to see through. Add the potato slices to a bowl and cover them with the distilled vinegar. Cover the bowl and let sit at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes.
Fill a large Dutch oven with 2-inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350 degrees F and attach a deep fat fry thermometer. Line a rimmed baking sheet with paper towels.
Add the kosher salt and malt vinegar powder to a small bowl and mix. Set the mixture aside.
Remove the potato slices from the vinegar and dry completely. This can be done by arranging the potato slices on clean kitchen towels or paper towels in an even layer, making sure not to overlap them.
Add the dry potato slices to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 1 minute and 30 seconds. Remove the chips with a slotted spoon and drain on the prepared baking sheet. Season liberally with the salt/malt vinegar powder mixture and give them a gentle toss to coat all the chips in the seasoning.
Continue frying the rest of the potato slices, making sure that the oil returns to 350 degrees F before adding another batch. Be sure to season each additional batch. Chips can be stored in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.