Herb Potato Wafers Recipe

Wow your guests with these stunning Herb Potato Wafers! Imagine incredibly crisp, translucent potato chips with fresh herbs baked right in. They're as delicious as they are beautiful – a show-stopping appetizer or side dish. Adapted from an Idaho Potato recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 12.4 kcal
Protein 0g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Herb Potato Wafers

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large russet baking potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (mixed: thyme, rosemary, and parsley recommended) per wafer OR 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons clarified butter (optional, if not using oil)

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How to Make Herb Potato Wafers

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Lightly brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of clarified butter or oil.
  3. Peel 2 large russet potatoes and, using a mandoline slicer, thinly slice them into translucent wafers (about 1/16 inch thick).
  4. Arrange half of the potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Place several fresh herb leaves (about 1 teaspoon total per wafer, using a mix of thyme, rosemary, and parsley recommended) or 1/2 teaspoon of finely chopped fresh herbs onto the center of each potato slice.
  6. Top each slice with another potato slice and gently press to seal the edges.
  7. Lightly brush the tops with 1 tablespoon of clarified butter or oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the potato wafers are golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Herb Potato Wafers?

Herb Potato Wafers takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Herb Potato Wafers?

Herb Potato Wafers has approximately 12.4 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Herb Potato Wafers?

The key ingredients for Herb Potato Wafers are Vegetable Oil, Baking Potatoes, Fresh Herb, Coarse Salt, 2 tablespoons clarified butter (optional, if not using oil). See the full list with measurements above.

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