Potato wafers are more than just a quick snack. With a bit of creativity, they may become the key ingredient of the odd and tasty recipes. From crusts to garnishes, these crispy bites bring taste as well as texture to everyday dishes. If you are a foodie and like to experiment, these are five of the new recipes that will make you think of a new place to use your wafers in your cooking skills.
1. Potato Wafer Chaat
Use potato wafers instead of papdi to give your evening chaat a crunchy twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup potato wafers
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 2 tbsp sev
- Green chutney and tamarind chutney
Method:
- Crush potato wafers lightly and place them in a bowl.
- Top with chopped onions, tomatoes and sev.
- Top with green chutney and tamarind chutney.
- Serve immediately for a crunchy and tangy snack.
2. Cheesy Wafer Bake
Give a crunchy base for a cheesy veggie bake by using potato wafers.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed potato wafers
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cups mixed cooked vegetables
- 1 cup cheese, grated
- ½ cup cream or white garlic sauce
Method:
- Combine the crushed wafers with melted butter and press the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Put the vegetables on top of the wafer base.
- Pour cream or white garlic sauce over the veggies.
- Sprinkle cheese generously and bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.
3. Wafer-Coated Cutlets
Use potato wafer to make cutlets extra crispy, not breadcrumbs.
Ingredients:
- 4 cutlets of your choice (veg or non veg)
- ½ cup crushed potato wafers or potato chips
- 1 egg or milk for coating (use masala for taste)
- Use oil for deep frying
Method:
- Dip cutlets in egg or milk.
- Coat evenly with crushed potato wafers.
- Fry till golden and crispy.
- Serve with mint chutney or ketchup if desired.
4. Potato Chips Sandwich
Potato chips can be used to make a sandwich, a crunchy treat.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of bread
- Butter as needed
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- ¼ cup potato chips
- Cheese slices (optional) (use it for better taste)
Method:
- Butter the bread slices.
- Layer cucumber, tomato and cheese.
- Put a hefty portion of potato chips.
- Close the sandwich and slice it in half.
5. Wafer-Topped Biryani
Make use of potato wafer to give biryani a shocking crunch.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked biryani (veg or non veg)
- ½ cup crushed potato wafers
Method:
- Sprinkle crushed potato wafers over hot biryani.
- Stir carefully to maintain some crunch.
- Eat instantly to have a crunchy-textured biryani flavour.
Conclusion
Potato wafers do not have to be served in snack bowls; they can be applied in quite unpredictable manners. Be it the crunchy base of the bakes, or the topping of the biryani or the unusual filling of the sandwiches, these wafers make everyday meals fun and innovative. The next time you choose a pack, do not eat it, cook with it. It is possible that your kitchen experiments will be the new favorite recipe of your family.
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