World Flavors Cookbook

Slap Chips

Name: Slap Chips
Cook time: 15 min
Cuisine: South Africa
Ingredients: 1kg large potatoes, peeled and cut into thick batons Oil for deep frying Coarse salt Lots of brown vinegar

South African-style thick-cut fries, soft and "limp" (slap), heavily seasoned with salt and vinegar.

Cuisine: South Africa

Ingredients

1kg large potatoes, peeled and cut into thick batons Oil for deep frying Coarse salt Lots of brown vinegar

Instructions

1. Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry. 2. Heat oil to medium (around 160°C). Fry the chips in batches until just cooked but not browned. 3. Drain and let rest. 4. Flash fry the chips at a higher temperature (180°C) for 2-3 minutes until they have a slight skin but remain pale and soft. 5. Immediately toss in a bowl with plenty of salt and vinegar while steaming hot. 6. Wrap in brown paper or newspaper to let the steam soften them further.