Nowadays, people are increasingly preferring healthy snacks over fried foods, including eggplant and beet chips. If you are looking for something crunchy and tasty, these chips can be an excellent choice. This article provides a simple guide on how to prepare them.
Many enjoy chips as a light snack, but commercial options often contain excessive amounts of salt, oil, and preservatives, which is not healthy. Therefore, to get a healthy and delicious snack, you can put in a little effort and make it at home from beets and eggplants.
These chips are not only very tasty but also healthy; they are easy to make using minimal oil. The crispy eggplant and beet chips have such a delightful taste that after the first try, you will want to make them again.
To begin, thoroughly wash the eggplants and beets, and then dry them completely with a kitchen towel. After that, slice both vegetables into thin slices, like chips.
Next, place all the sliced pieces in a bowl, add a little olive oil, and mix well. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange all the slices individually.
Sprinkle the chips with salt and chosen spices to taste. Then, place the tray in a preheated oven at 120 degrees Celsius and bake for 60–70 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on your oven.
Once the chips have completely cooled, they should be stored in an airtight container. These healthy chips can be eaten as a snack with tea or your favorite sauce.
When preparing, be sure that the eggplants and beets are well dried so that there is no moisture left in them. It is also important not to cut the vegetables into overly thick slices, otherwise, the chips will not become crispy enough. Try to cut all slices to approximately the same thickness so they cook evenly.
Use olive oil moderately, applying it only for a light coating. When arranging on the tray, ensure that the slices are not overlapping. During baking, monitor the process carefully, as the cooking time differs in every oven. Before storing the chips, let them cool completely, and always keep them in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.