Potato chips are thin slices of potato that are either deep fried, baked or air fried until they are hard and crunchy. The main ingredients in potato chips are potatoes, cooking oil and salt. They can come in a variety of flavours that include regular, ketchup, all dressed, barbecue, sour cream and onion, cheese, salt and vinegar and much more. They are an easy snack to share in large groups at parties and events.

Some of the most popular potato chip flavours in Canada include all-dressed, ketchup, dill pickle and salt and vinegar. Some of the most popular potato chip brands include Ruffles, Lay’s, Old Dutch and Miss Vickie’s. They can be easily enjoyed at parties and events either straight from the bag or shared in bowls and disposable plates.

To make potato chips in an air fryer, start by thinly slicing Russet potatoes and soaking them in a bowl of cold water for 10 to 15 minutes to remove excess starch. Remove the slices and dry them completely with a paper towel. Removing moisture helps improve the crispiness of the chips. Season the chips with oil and salt before placing them in the air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (165°C) and arrange the slices in a single layer or staggered double layer. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket and flipping the chips every 5 minutes so they cook evenly. When they’re cooked, place them on a plate lined with paper towels and let them cool.

Potato chips and popcorn should be stored in airtight food storage containers or resealable food storage bags in a cool, dark and dry pantry to keep them crisp and fresh. If you want to reseal an opened bag, squeeze out the extra air, fold the top down tightly and secure it with a clip. Do not place popcorn or chips in a refrigerator because moisture inside can make them soggy.