Mexican Potato Crisps With Lime Salsa

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 12

Crunchy and flavorful Mexican Potato Crisps with a tangy Lime Salsa

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

379

Sugar

Fat

21g

These Mexican Potato Crisps with Lime Salsa are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is perfect for casual gatherings or parties. The crispy and flavorful potato slices are elevated by the tangy and refreshing salsa, making them a delicious and satisfying snack. Potatoes are a staple food in Mexican cuisine, and this recipe puts a tasty twist on this classic ingredient. It is a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that anyone can make, even if you are short on time.

Instructions

1.	Chop the tomatoes and onion into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
2.	Add the chopped coriander, lime juice, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar, and mix well.
3.	Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly using a mandoline or slicing attachment on a food processor.
4.	Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or deep frying pan.
5.	Once the oil is hot, carefully add a handful of potato slices and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
6.	Remove the potato crisps with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7.	Repeat with the remaining potato slices, frying in batches as necessary.
8.	Serve the potato crisps with the lime salsa on the side for dipping.

PROS

These Mexican Potato Crisps are a tasty and easy-to-make appetizer that is sure to impress your guests.
They are crunchy, savory, and perfectly seasoned with a dash of salt and pepper.
The tangy Lime Salsa adds a zesty kick that complements the potatoes beautifully.

CONS

Deep frying is not the healthiest cooking method, and these potato crisps are high in calories and fat as a result.
It is important to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. When eaten in moderation, they can be part of a healthy diet. The tomatoes in the salsa are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that helps protect against cancer and heart disease.

	450 g ripe tomatoes
	1 small red onion
	3 tablespoons fresh coriander , chopped
	1 lime , juice of
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
	700 g old waxy potatoes
	vegetable oil , to deep fry