Potato chips are a snack made from thin slices of potato that are fried, baked, or air fried until crunchy. They are often salted and spiced, and can also include other ingredients like herbs, cheeses, and artificial flavors.
Features
- Texture: Crispy and easy to fracture in the mouth
- Flavor: Salty and spicy, with a variety of seasonings available
- Convenience: A popular snack that is easy to eat
Ingredients
- Potatoes
- Vegetable oil
- Salt and/or spices
- Other ingredients like herbs, cheeses, and artificial flavors
Production
- Specific varieties of potatoes are grown for chip production, such as Saturna and Lady Rosetta
- The potatoes must have a high dry matter content and low level of reducing sugars
- A range of vegetable oils are used for frying, including sunflower, rapeseed (canola), and palmolein
Serving
- Potato chips are commonly served as a snack, side dish, or appetizer
- They can be paired with dips and spreads like hummus, guacamole, or aji verde
- They can also be crumbled over salads or soups