Barbecue Sweet Potato Chips

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
• oil, for frying (canola, vegetable, or peanut oil, about 1 quart)
• 1 large sweet potato, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (about 1 pound)

Recipe

• 1 combine the spices in a small bowl and set aside.
• 2 pour one inch of oil into a large dutch oven or heavy pot over moderately high heat. heat the oil until it reaches 375°f on a deep-fry thermometer. adjust flame to maintain temperature(if using gas stove).
• 3 working in batches, place the sweet potatoes in the hot oil, occasionally flipping and moving the slices with a slotted spoon or a wire mesh spider. fry the potatoes until the edges curl and the potatoes become golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes total. transfer the fried potatoes to a baking sheet lined with paper towels and immediately sprinkle with some of the spice mix.
• 4 when all of the chips are fried, transfer them to a large bowl or serving platter and sprinkle on any remaining spice mix. serve immediately.