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indian pub chilli chips
Andrea

Chilli Chips (Indo-Chinese Style)

Indian desi Pub Chilli Chips are a mouthwatering combination of crispy fried potatoes coated in a fiery, tangy sauce infused with Indian spices. This quick and easy recipe is perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, offering a delicious fusion of pub fare and classic Indian street food flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large potatoes (maris piper potatoes make the best chips!), peeled and cut into thick chips
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp ginger paste
  • 2 tsp garlic paste
  • 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for sauce)
  • 2 tsp malt vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
  • 1 tbsp chili sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • Fresh coriander leaves, chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into thick chips. Rinse the chips in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Toss the potato chips in 2 tbsp cornflour to coat evenly.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chips in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
  4. In a separate large wok or pan, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  5. Add sliced onions, ginger paste, garlic paste, and chopped green chilies. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions start to soften.
  6. Add malt vinegar, dark soy sauce, tomato ketchup, and chili sauce to the pan. Stir well to combine.
  7. Add salt, red chili powder, and sugar. Mix thoroughly and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Pour in the cornflour slurry (1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water) and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Add the fried potato chips to the sauce and toss gently to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

Notes

You can serve this dish with fresh naan and chilli paneer, also don't forget the sauces and chutneys that complete these desi indian pub meals. You can find the recipes for these sauces right here!