Sweet potato chips are a crunchy, slightly sweet snack perfect for a May Day table — served with a refreshing dip made from cottage cheese and fresh sorrel, they create a Polish, seasonal flavor duo. The sweet potatoes are baked to a golden, slightly brown edge, and the dip combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the freshness of sorrel and lemon. The dish is visually striking (the intense orange of the chips and the green dip), easy to serve on a picnic board, and pairs well with cold brew, a light craft beer, or white wine. The recipe includes alternatives and tips for beginner cooks.
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Preheat the oven to 220°C (top-bottom). If you have a convection setting, set it to 200°C. Prepare two baking sheets lined with parchment paper and a cooling rack.
Wash the sweet potatoes under running water. Peel them if the skin is thick or dirty; for extra crunch, you can leave the skin on. Using a mandoline, set the blade to 1.5–2 mm and slice into thin, even rounds. If you don't have a mandoline, use a large, sharp knife and cut thin slices while keeping the sweet potato stable on the cutting board.
Place the sweet potato slices in a large bowl of cold water and leave for 30 minutes. This will wash away excess starch, which helps the chips become crispier.
Pour the dry slices into a large bowl, add the rapeseed oil and drizzle evenly. Sprinkle with salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Gently mix with your hand or a silicone spatula until each slice is lightly coated with oil and spices.
Arrange the slices on the baking sheets in a single layer, without overlapping. Bake for 12–18 minutes: after about 8–10 minutes, flip the slices with a spatula to ensure even browning. Watch the edges — they should turn golden and become crispy.
After baking, transfer the chips to a metal rack and let them cool completely for 5–10 minutes. Cooling on the rack prevents steam from condensing underneath, keeping the chips crispy.
In a bowl, place the cottage cheese and mash it with a fork until smooth. Add the sour cream and mix until creamy. Finely chop the sorrel (remove the thick stems) and add it to the bowl. Add the pressed or finely grated garlic and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Taste the dip and season to your liking: more lemon juice for acidity, salt and pepper for flavor. Additionally, you can add parmesan or a pinch of dried chili to enhance the flavor (optional).
On a large board, arrange the sweet potato chips in a fan shape, placing a bowl of dip in the center. Sprinkle the dip with finely chopped sorrel leaves and optionally grated Parmesan and a pinch of chili. Serve immediately to keep the chips as crispy as possible.
Sweet potatoes are not typical Polish potatoes, but their cultivation is growing in our climate; in Polish cuisine, they are increasingly replacing potatoes, adding color and sweetness to traditional dishes.
Serve the chips in a wooden bowl or on a board with a small bowl of dip in the center. The chips taste best fresh — if you want to transport them, chill them and transfer to a cardboard box lined with paper, keeping the dip in a separate airtight container.
Store the baked chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 12 hours; longer storage will cause them to soften. Keep the cottage cheese dip in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. To refresh slightly soft chips, heat them for 2–3 minutes in the oven at 180°C.
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