I just hate oven chips.
I know they are healthier than ones done in the deep fat fryer but I would rather do without.
I very rarely have chips anyway, but when I do, it is not oven chips.
Must admit I do use McCain thick cut oven chips, however, before cooking I toss in olive oil, sea salt, fresh ground black pepper and a little garlic powder. The difference is remarkable!
I have never owned a chip pan before and I never will. I usually make wedges by coating them in a little sunflower oil and cajun seasoning. Much more healthier.
I have never done chips in a pan on the hob. I am scared of doing that. Lost a school friend over a chip pan blaze and recently bought a house fire damaged thru one. I am sure fear of pan fires has created the need for oven chips but they are horrible.
Get yourself an electric fryer sambro. Thermostatically controlled, several sizes available and edible chips at home again.
Several years ago the nearest ASDA had stopped stocking fry chips. I wrote to Archie Norman, the then boss, and he aranged for them to be put in stock but now you have to search the freezer in all supermarkets to find them.
Join me all fried chip lovers in writing to the supermarkets demanding that fry chips be stocked.
"WE WANT FRYING CHIPS!'
Goody, try this for the new year ;-) - Cut or slice fresh potatoes, not too thick. Season them with herbs - dried or fresh, salt, pepper and a bit of olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet or pan and bake in a hot oven for about 20 to 30 minutes or until the tops are slightly brown. Delicious!!