Herb Potato Wafers 🥔🌿
Description: These make an awesome presentation. Imagine crisp translucent chips with fresh herbs encased in them. They taste as good as they look! Found this in an Idaho potato calendar.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1/4 baking potatoes
- 2 fresh herb
- 1/2 coarse salt
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 12.4
- Fat Content: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 0.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 1g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 0.1g
Yield: 60-72 wafers
Instructions:
Step | Description |
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1 | Heat oven to 325°F. |
2 | Brush baking sheet with clarified butter or oil. |
3 | Peel potatoes and cut into thin, translucent slices using mandoline. |
4 | Arrange half the slices on the pan in a single layer. |
5 | Place several herb leaves or 1/2 tsp chopped herbs on each slice. |
6 | Cover each slice with another potato slice and press to seal. |
7 | Brush lightly with butter or oil and sprinkle with salt. |
8 | Bake about 15 to 20 minutes, until potatoes are crisp and light brown. |
These herb potato wafers are a delightful treat for any occasion. The combination of thinly sliced potatoes, aromatic fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of coarse salt creates a burst of flavor in every bite. 🌟
Starting with thinly sliced baking potatoes, you’ll layer them with your choice of fresh herbs – whether it’s fragrant rosemary, earthy thyme, or zesty parsley, the choice is yours! Encase these flavorful layers with another potato slice, creating a sandwich effect, and seal them together.
A quick brush of clarified butter or oil adds a touch of richness and helps achieve that crispy texture we all crave in a good potato chip. Sprinkle with coarse salt before baking to enhance the flavors and add a satisfying crunch.
After just a short time in the oven, these wafers emerge golden brown and irresistibly crispy. Serve them as an appetizer at your next gathering, alongside your favorite dips or cheeses, or enjoy them as a flavorful snack any time of day.
With their elegant presentation and delectable taste, these herb potato wafers are sure to impress even the most discerning palates. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating something both beautiful and delicious right in your own kitchen! 🌿🥔