Tuber chips and ginger mayonnaise

Tuber chips with ginger mayonnaise are a tasty snack and an intriguing variation on classic fried potato chips. Here’s how you can prepare these crisp delights accompanied by a spicy and fresh condiment.

Ingredients for the Tuber Chips:

• Sweet potatoes, 1 large
• Parsnip, 1 large
• Red beetroot, 1 medium
• Seed oil for frying
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Ingredients for the Ginger Mayonnaise:

• Egg, 1 (better if at room temperature)
• Sunflower seed oil, about 200 ml
• Fresh ginger, a small piece (about 15g)
• Juice of half a lemon
• Salt, to taste

Preparation

Tuber Chips:

1. Begin by cleaning the tubers well. Peel the sweet potato, parsnip, and beetroot.
2. Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the tubers very thinly to obtain thin chips.
3. Immerse the slices in cold water for a few minutes to remove excess starch and dry them well with kitchen paper.
4. Heat the seed oil in a deep pan or a fryer to about 180°C.
5. Fry the chips in small quantities to prevent them from sticking to each other, until they become crispy and lightly golden.
6. Drain them on paper towels and season with salt and pepper as you like.

Ginger Mayonnaise:

1. Grate the fresh ginger and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the egg with a pinch of salt and a few teaspoons of lemon juice.
3. Start blending and add the sunflower seed oil in a stream until you see the mayonnaise begin to form.
4. Once the desired consistency is achieved, add the grated ginger and blend a little more to distribute it well.
5. Taste and adjust for salt or lemon if necessary.

Serve your tuber chips still warm with the ginger mayonnaise on the side. It will be a great idea for an original aperitif or as an alternative snack on any occasion.

Curiosity

Tuber chips are an excellent way to appreciate the variety of flavors and textures of different root vegetables. Each tuber adds a unique note; the sweetness of sweet potatoes, the earthy aroma of parsnips, and the full flavor of beetroot create a pleasantly varied taste experience. The ginger mayonnaise, with its spicy and fresh touch, enhances the savoriness of the chips.