Looking for a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the umami richness of wakame seaweed? These Wakame Seaweed and Sweet Potato Chips are just what you need! They’re crunchy, flavourful and packed with health benefits. Plus, they’re easy to make and perfect for a satisfying snack or as a side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes

• 1/4 cup dried wakame seaweed

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 

• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 200°C. Line a tray with baking paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

2. Prepare Wakame: Rehydrate the dried wakame by soaking it in a bowl of warm water for about 5-10 minutes. This will allow it to expand and become more pliable. After soaking, drain the wakame, pat it dry with paper towels and chop it roughly into small pieces.

3. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and slice the sweet potatoes into thin, long chips. 

4. Season: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with olive oil until they are evenly coated. Add sea salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder and freshly ground black pepper. Toss again to ensure the seasonings are well distributed.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking paper. Make sure they are not overlapping to ensure they bake evenly and become crispy.

6. Bake: Bake the sweet potato slices in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the baking time. Keep an eye on them towards the end to ensure they become golden and crispy without burning.

7. Add Wakame: During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the chopped wakame over the chips. This allows the wakame to toast slightly and blend with the sweet potatoes.

8. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the chips from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp up as they cool. Enjoy the chips immediately!

These Wakame Seaweed and Sweet Potato Chips are a fantastic way to enjoy a crunchy, nutritious snack with a unique twist. They’re perfect for snacking on, packing in your lunchbox or serving as a side to your favourite main dishes. Enjoy!