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Chips Masala

Cultural Context

Chips Masala, a popular street food in Kenya, combines crispy fried potatoes with a flavorful spice mix. This dish reflects the influence of Indian cuisine on Kenyan food culture, where spices are celebrated for enhancing taste. It's often enjoyed as a snack or side dish, and has garnered a loyal following beyond Kenya, inspiring variations in other East African countries.

KenyanKEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 tbsp cooking oil
2 medium onions
coriander stems
1/2 cup ketchup
garam masala
leftover fries
salt
fresh coriander

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrients while maintaining a similar texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often less expensive.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides flavor without heat, while cayenne is more affordable.

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar taste, while dried herbs are cost-effective.

1

Place a pan over medium-high flame and add 1 tbsp. of cooking oil.

2

Once the oil is hot, add in 2 medium onions and stir with a spatula.

3

Chop and add coriander stems into the onions while frying.

4

Sauté the onions until they have a golden brown color.

5

Add in 1/2 cup of ketchup and garam masala.

6

Add a splash of water and stir everything together to create a thick sauce.

7

Cook the sauce for around 30 seconds.

8

Transfer in the leftover fries or chips into the sauce.

9

Stir the fries into the sauce and leave to cook for around 30 seconds.

10

Sprinkle in some extra salt to taste.

11

Garnish with fresh coriander and serve.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

panspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Masala ChipsKenyan Chips Masala

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