Mozambican chips or fries as we call them in the states are a common side dish along side the peri, peri chicken, peri peri shrimp, grilled crustaceans and fish.
I love fries that are crispy on the outside and light on the inside. It is easy to achieve if you have a deep fryer.
Of course fries are delicious alongside just about anything. Dip them in mayo, ketchup and yes that fiery peri peri sauce for a real treat.
Make 1 large russet potato per person. I like to leave the peel on for a homemade looking chip but it is up to you if you want to or not. The russet potato seems to make the best chips/ fries.
Mozambican Chips (Fries)
Super delicious Mozambican chips of fries are wonderful alongside the peri-peri chicken and excellent dipped in that fiery sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 168 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large russet potato per person
- oil for frying
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Put the potatoes whole into a large pot of boiling water.
- Cook for about 10 minutes until they just start to turn a bit tender.
- Drain and cool
- Peel if desired and slice the potato into strips for fries
- Heat oil to 375 degrees
- make sure the strips of potato are nice and dry before putting them in the hot oil.
- cook until just golden brown
- Remove with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel.
- Salt to taste
Nutrition Facts
Mozambican Chips (Fries)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168
% Daily Value*
Sodium 10mg0%
Potassium 888mg25%
Carbohydrates 38g13%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin C 12.1mg15%
Calcium 28mg3%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
