Barbecue Sweet Potato Chips - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
oil, for frying (Canola, vegetable, or peanut oil, about 1 quart)
1 large sweet potato, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (about 1 pound)

Preparation

Combine the spices in a small bowl and set aside.
Pour one inch of oil into a large dutch oven or heavy pot over moderately high heat. Heat the oil until it reaches 375\u00b0F on a deep-fry thermometer. Adjust flame to maintain temperature(if using gas stove).
Working in batches, place the sweet potatoes in the hot oil, occasionally flipping and moving the slices with a slotted spoon or a wire mesh spider. Fry the potatoes until the edges curl and the potatoes become golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes total. Transfer the fried potatoes to a baking sheet lined with paper towels and immediately sprinkle with some of the spice mix.
When all of the chips are fried, transfer them to a large bowl or serving platter and sprinkle on any remaining spice mix. Serve immediately.