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lotus chips

Lotus Chips (Easy Lotus Root Chips)

Lotus chips are a super fun and easy alternative to homemade potato chips.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 2559kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 280g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 79g | Monounsaturated Fat: 177g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1789mg | Potassium: 631mg | Fiber: 6g | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
Calories: 2559kcal
Author: Max Cozzi
Servings: 4 (as a side)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lotus root
  • 5 cups neutral oil (or enough to reach about 4" up a pot)
  • 1 tablespoon salt (or more, for seasoning)
  • sour cream dip (optional)

Instructions

  • Add the oil to a large pot and heat under medium-high heat. Cut a little piece of lotus root off and throw it in to check if it sizzles before frying.
  • Peel the lotus root(s), and slice very finely on a mandolin or with a knife.
  • Add the lotus slices to the hot oil with a slotted spoon very slowly and stir often until they are golden brown, about 4 minutes. Do this in batches to not overcrowd the pan. BE CAREFUL, there will be splattering.
  • Remove the lotus chips to a wire rack for cooling and sprinkle some salt on them while still hot. Repeat with the rest of the lotus.

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Notes

Most recipes tell you to let fried food cool on a paper towel, however cooling on a wire rack over a sheet pan is a much better method. The oil still has enough space to drip off the lotus root but won't get soggy at that bottom. 
Course: Appetizer, party dish, Side Dish, sides, Snack
Cuisine: American, asian
Keyword: cripsy lotus root, deep fried lotus root, lotus crisps, lotus recipe, lotus root chips recipe, renkon chips, renkon chips recipe
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