Preparation:
1. Cut pumpkin or sweet potatoes into 1/8-inch slices; if using pumpkin, cut slices into 1- by 1/2-inch rectangles.
2. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the cayenne.
3. Pour milk into a large bowl and dip in pumpkin or sweet potato slices, one by one. Coat each slice with seasoned flour and shake off excess.
4. Heat oil to 370øF. In 2 separate batches, fry pumpkin slices or sweet potato until crisp, gently stirring chips so that all slices cook evenly, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with remaining cayenne.
5. Put cilantro leaves into a large strainer and lower into oil for about 5 seconds. Drain on paper towels, sprinkle fried cilantro leaves over pumpkin or sweet potato chips, and serve immediately. |
