Which potatoes are best for chips?

By Luke Willcox – New product development team

Maris Piper is the traditional chip favourite and with its creamy white flesh and fluffy texture, you can guarantee a tasty crunch on the outside whilst remaining light and fluffy in the middle. As a simple go-to recipe, we’d recommend our tried-and-tested chunky triple cooked chips.

The best potatoes for fries

The ideal fries are crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, so like chunky chips, Maris Piper is the recommended choice to ensure a consistent cook throughout.

The best potatoes for wedges

Much like jackets potatoes, look for good, large all-rounders such as Marfona, Saxon and Nectar.

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Do you prefer thin and crispy to chunky, fluffy fries? Try our lower-fat loaded fries for a delicious sharing dish you can throw together with all your favourite toppings. Mix and match your favourite flavours and find your ideal dish. Take a leaf out of Canada’s book and try poutine, a street food dish made from oven chips, cheese curds and gravy.

Want even more advice on cooking potatoes? Read our expert guides and discover which potatoes are best for mashing and which potatoes are best for roasting.

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