Swimming Potatoes

So I've written about these before, but they're just that good that I think they deserve their own post rather than being smushed as a side to burgers. 

'Swimming Potatoes' or chips as we know them, are a world wide favorite and possibly my favorite way to eat potato.. a bold statement I know.

Anyhoo, I've tried making chips so many times but it was only recently I was shown the best way to. 'Swimming Potatoes' is a Greek translation from my friend Melina and this recipe is from her- so basically this post is a little homage to her and chips. 

All you need is: Sunflower oil, potatoes and salt 

Method: 

Cut the chips into match sticks, put in a deep saucepan and pour over the oil until they are submerged. 

Turn on a low heat and leave them to cook for about half an hour. You will want to move them but don't so that they can cook evenly. 

After half an hour move them around and cook for a further ten mins. 

Spoon them onto kitchen paper, adding salt to each layer. 

And wala! that's all there is to it. 

These chips really hit the spot if that's your craving and are so versatile. I've had them with burgers, bbqs, on their own or with salad and steak. Whether they're complimenting your meal or shining on their own, they are so delicious. 

I'm making them as I write this, cos like I said you've got to leave them for half an hour, and I am so ready to eat them. 

Sometimes my friend Melina chucks some onion rings and black olives into the oil and it made them even better. I would definitely say try it. I  also plan on throwing jalapeno peppers in sometime. So while this is a pretty simple recipe, you can get creative with it and add other bits. I'll keep y'all updated on how the jalapenos go and please let me know how they go if you try them yourself!