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The cleanest potato chips are made with just a few simple, whole-food ingredients, no additives or artificial oils.
Here's what to look for (or use if you're making them at home):
1. Potatoes (organic if possible)
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Use whole potatoes (russet, yellow, or sweet potatoes).
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Organic helps avoid pesticide residues.
2. Oil (healthy cooking oil)
*Best clean options:
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Avocado oil (high smoke point, heart-healthy fats)
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Coconut oil (for a light, crisp texture)
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Olive oil (extra virgin for light baking or air frying)
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Sunflower oil (high oleic) - cleaner than standard vegetable oil
3. Sea salt or Himalayan salt
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Pure, mineral-rich salt instead of iodized or flavored salts.
Optional clean add-ons for flavor
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Garlic powder or onion powder (no added anti-caking agents)
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Smoked paprika or chili powder (organic)
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Rosemary, thyme, or black pepper
Avoid
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Vegetable oil blends (like "canola and soybean oil")
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Artificial flavors or MSG
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Preservatives (like BHT, TBHQ)
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Added sugars or "maltodextrin"
Here is a simple, clean homemade potato chip recipe, no junk, just pure flavor:
Crispy Clean Potato Chips (Oven or Air Fryer)
Ingredients
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2 medium organic potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
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1 to 2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
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Sea salt (to taste)
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(Optional) garlic powder, paprika, rosemary, or black pepper
Instructions (Oven Method)
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Wash and thinly slice potatoes (use a mandolin or sharp knife, about 1/16-inch thick).
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Soak slices in cold water for 15 to 20 minutes to remove excess starch.
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Drain and pat dry completely with a clean towel.
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Toss in a bowl with oil and salt (plus any seasonings you like).
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Arrange slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, flip, then bake another 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
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Cool on a rack for 5 minutes to finish crisping up.
Air Fryer Method
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Follow the same prep steps (slice, soak, dry, season).
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Air fry in batches for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Remove once chips are golden and crisp.
Here is a clean sweet potato chip version, slightly sweeter, nutrient-rich, and just as crispy.
Clean Sweet Potato Chips (Oven or Air Fryer)
Ingredients
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2 medium sweet potatoes (orange or purple)
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1 to 2 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil
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Sea salt (to taste)
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(Optional) cinnamon, smoked paprika, or rosemary for extra flavor
Instructions (Oven Method)
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Wash and thinly slice the sweet potatoes (use a mandolin for even, thin slices).
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Soak slices in cold water for 15 to 20 minutes to remove starch (helps them crisp).
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Pat dry completely.
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Toss with oil and salt (plus optional seasonings).
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Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, flip, then bake another 8 to 10 minutes—watch closely, they brown fast.
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Cool on a rack before serving.
Air Fryer Method
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Preheat to 360°F (182°C).
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Prepare the same way (slice, soak, dry, season).
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Air fry in small batches for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking halfway.
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Remove when crispy and golden.
Tips for Perfect Sweet Potato Chips
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Slice as thin and even as possible.
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Don’t overcrowd, the air circulation is key for crispiness.
- Try coconut oil, cinnamon for a dessert-like flavor, or avocado oil and paprika for a savory version.
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