Sweet Potato Chips Dusted with Chili Powder Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Chips Dusted with Chili Powder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup mayonnaise, store-bought; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cup crumbled blue cheese; 1 1/2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 bunch finely chopped chives, plus extra for garnish; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 large sweet potatoes
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise, store-bought
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1/2 bunch finely chopped chives, plus extra for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Blue Cheese and Chive Dip, recipe follows
2
Peel sweet potatoes and discard skin.
3
Using the vegetable peeler or a mandoline make long thin chips by peeling/slicing lengthwise from top to bottom.
4
Place in a bowl of ice water and chill for 1 hour.
5
Drain in a colander and layout on paper towels and pat dry.
6
Combine chili powder, garlic powder, a pinch of cayenne, cumin and salt and pepper.
7
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 375 degrees F. Fry the potatoes in single layer batches for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
8
Lift chips out with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
9
Season with the spice mixture and serve immediately.
10
Serve as an appetizer with Blue Cheese and Chives dip.
11
Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, blue cheese, honey and chives in a medium bowl.
12
Season with salt and pepper and garnish with chives.
13
Serve with spicy and sweet potato chips.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large sweet potatoes, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Chips Dusted with Chili Powder falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet Potato Chips Dusted with Chili Powder

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