This is nothing short of a revelation. Even now, the fact that a short zap in the microwave can transform slices of potato into crispy (truly crispy!) chips without needing a speck of salt still seems like magic. These chips are surprisingly good all on their own with no adornments, but they also take very well to seasonings: a sprinkle of garlic powder, a few shakes of no-salt chili powder or dried dill. Brushing the potato slices with olive oil adds a rich flavour before putting them in the microwave and before adding any herbs or spices for a low sodium treat.
Ingredients
1 baking potato or other root vegetable, scrubbed clean
no salt seasonings
olive oil
lemon wedge
Preparation
lemon wedge
Preparation
- Thinly Slice the Potato - Cut the potato in half. Slice one half on a mandoline, aiming for slices 1/8 to 1/16-inch thick. Immediately put the slices in ice cold water. Repeat with the other half of the potato and any other potatoes you are preparing.
- Soak and Rinse the Slices - Rinse the slices in cold water until the water stays clear. Let them soak for about 30 minutes to an hour in cold water with a squeeze of lemon to prevent discolouring, before rinsing to remove some of the starch from the potato slices.
- Dry the Slices - Dry the slices between two clean dish cloths or spin them in a salad spinner.
- Season the Slices - Arrange as many slices as will fit in a single layer on a dinner plate lined with a few paper towels. Make sure the slices do not touch or else they stick together. Brush the slices with olive oil. If desired, sprinkle with herbs or spices.
- Microwave the Slices - Microwave the slices at 100% power for 3 minutes. Flip them over and microwave at 50% power for another 3 minutes. Remove any chips that are starting to crisp and brown. Continue cooking the remaining chips at 50% power in 1 minute intervals until they are all crispy and golden.
- Repeat with Remaining Batches - Transfer cooked chips to a bowl and repeat microwaving with the remaining slices of potato.
Storing - Chips will stay crispy for a few days if kept in an airtight container or zip-lock bag. You can also prepare the raw slices ahead of time, store them in cold water in the refrigerator, and bake them off as you want them.
Seasoning Suggestions: garlic powder, chipotle pepper, dried dill, dried thyme, ground cumin, garam masala, 5-spice powder, dried oregano.
NUTRITION PROFILE: low sodium, low fat, low cholesterol
