Chunky Oven Chips with Garlic Mayonnaise
Thick, fluffy-centred chips roasted until crisp with a cooling garlic mayonnaise on the side. Better than the chippy.
Made with Homemade mayonnaise. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.33 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan) and put a large baking tray inside to get hot.
- 2
Cut the potatoes into chips about 1.5 cm thick. Rinse them under cold water, then dry thoroughly on a clean tea towel.
- 3
Put the chips in a large bowl with the oil, paprika and salt and toss until evenly coated.
- 4
Tip them onto the hot tray in a single layer. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp outside and soft in the middle.
42 min 30 s - 5
Meanwhile, stir the garlic into your ready made homemade mayonnaise (see the base recipe) and chill.
- 6
Serve the hot chips straight away with the garlic mayonnaise for dipping.
Tips
- Dry chips well. Wet chips steam and go limp instead of crisping.
- Use a very hot tray and do not overcrowd it. Use two trays if needed.
- Parboil the chips for 5 minutes before roasting for extra fluffy insides.
Storing and freezing
Eat straight away. The garlic mayonnaise keeps 2 days in the fridge, so use up quickly.
Questions
Which potatoes are best?
Floury potatoes such as Maris Piper or King Edward give fluffy insides and crisp outsides. Waxy potatoes stay firm and do not go crisp.
Can I use an air fryer?
Yes. Cook at 200C for 20 to 25 minutes, shaking halfway, using 1 tablespoon of oil. Do not overload the basket.
Are they gluten free?
Yes. Potatoes, oil and mayonnaise are gluten free, though check the paprika and mayonnaise labels. They are dairy free and nut free.
More made with homemade mayonnaise
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
