Description
These healthy, homemade sweet potato chips are crispy and flavorful, perfect for a crunchy, salty snack without any guilt. Made using a dehydrator, they retain the natural sweetness of orange sweet potatoes while being lightly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and optional smoked paprika for a smoky kick.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 orange sweet potatoes
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon good quality salt
- Sprinkle of smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Peel Sweet Potatoes: Begin by peeling the orange sweet potatoes to remove the skin entirely, ensuring a smooth chip texture.
- Slice Thinly: Using a sharp knife or mandolin slicer, cut the sweet potatoes into very thin slices. The thinner the slices, the crisper the chips will be.
- Toss with Oil and Salt: Place the slices into a large bowl and drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add 1 teaspoon of good quality salt and, if desired, a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Toss the slices well to evenly coat.
- Arrange in Dehydrator: Lay the sweet potato slices flat in a single layer on the dehydrator trays, making sure none overlap to ensure even drying.
- Dehydrate: Set the dehydrator temperature to 75°C (167°F) and dry the chips for 10 hours. Check for doneness after this time and, if necessary, continue drying in 2-hour increments until the chips are crisp.
- Store: Once fully dried and crispy, remove the chips from the dehydrator and allow them to cool. Store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
Notes
- Use a mandolin slicer for consistent, thin slices to ensure even drying and crispiness.
- Adjust salt and smoked paprika amount to your taste preference.
- Dehydrator temperatures may vary; check your chips periodically after 10 hours to avoid over-drying.
- Store chips in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy.
- If you do not have a dehydrator, you can try baking at a low temperature (around 90°C/200°F) for several hours as an alternative method, but results may vary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Dehydrating
- Cuisine: American
