Nandos Brings PeriPeri to Bay St! Abbey's Kitchen from www.abbeyskitchen.com
Introduction
Peri peri chips are a spicy twist on traditional fries. They’re perfect as a snack or as a side dish to your favorite meal. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make peri peri chips from scratch.
Ingredients
To make peri peri chips, you’ll need the following ingredients:
4 large potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Follow these steps to make peri peri chips:
Step 1: Cut the potatoes
Wash the potatoes and peel them. Cut them into thin strips, about 1/4-inch wide.
Step 2: Prepare the spice mix
In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and lemon juice.
Step 3: Toss the potatoes
In a large bowl, toss the potato strips with the olive oil and spice mix until they’re coated evenly.
Step 4: Bake the chips
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the potato strips out in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chips are golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: Garnish the chips
Once the chips are done, remove them from the oven and sprinkle them with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
Here’s the nutritional information for peri peri chips:
Serving size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 162
Total fat: 4g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 627mg
Total Carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 3g
Tips and Variations
Here are a few tips and variations to make your peri peri chips even better:
For a milder version of this recipe, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper and chili powder.
If you don’t have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley or omit it altogether.
Try using sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a healthier twist on this recipe.
Serve the chips with a side of ranch dressing or another dipping sauce of your choice.
To make the chips extra crispy, soak the potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before baking them.
Conclusion
Peri peri chips are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. With just a few ingredients and some spices, you can create a flavorful and spicy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!