SPICY RIBBON POTATO CHIPS

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You won't settle for store-bought chips again after munching these crispy deep-fried snacks. Seasoned with chili powder and cayenne pepper, the zippy paper-thin chips are surefire crowd-pleasers. -Sue Murphy, Greenwood, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 medium unpeeled baking potatoes
4 teaspoons salt, divided
4 cups ice water
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

Using a vegetable peeler or metal cheese slicer, cut potatoes lengthwise into very thin strips. Place in a large bowl; add 3 teaspoons salt and ice water. Soak for 30 minutes. Drain potatoes; place on paper towels and pat dry. , In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, garlic salt, cayenne and remaining salt; set aside. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Cook potatoes in oil in batches for 3-4 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with seasoning mixture. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.