- Why soft?
- Overcrowded pan trapped steam. Bake in single layers.
- Burnt edges?
- Too thin or uneven slices. Use a mandoline.
Baked Sweet Potato Chips with Cilantro & Smoked Paprika
The secret to sweet potato chips is their high sugar content, which caramelizes for a crispy edge and creamy center. The trick is uniform slicing and spacing. Cilantro balances the earthy sweetness.
Ingredients
1
lb
Sweet Potatoes (scrubbed)
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
tbsp
Fresh Cilantro leaves
1
tsp
Salt
1/2
tsp
Black Pepper
1
tsp
Smoked Paprika
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Equipment Needed
- Mandoline slicer or sharp knife
- Large bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Allergen Information
None
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two sheets with parchment.
Tip: Hot oven shocks the veggie into crisping.
2
✓
Slice potatoes 1/8 inch thick (very thin).
Tip: Uniformity is key.
3
✓
Toss with oil and spices in a bowl.
Tip: Oil conducts heat.
4
✓
Arrange in single layer. Do not touch!
Tip: Touching = steaming.
5
✓
Bake 10 mins, flip, bake 5-10 more until spotty brown.
Tip: Watch closely at the end.
6
✓
Cool on pan 10 mins to harden.
Tip: They crisp up as they cool.
7
✓
Top with fresh cilantro.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Sweet Potatoes (scrubbed)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro leaves
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika