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Utz Kettle Classics Gourmet Dark Russets Potato Chips 7.5 oz. Bag (4 Bags)
Rating: 3.5
Price: $28.65
About this item
You Will Receive Utz Kettle Classics Gourmet Dark Russets Potato Chips in an 7.5 oz. Bag
Hand cooked in 100% pure peanut oil.
A robust flavored dark and crunchy potato chip.
ALL NATURAL – Our Potato Chips remain made from the finest potatoes, steam-fried and cooked to perfection!
Utz Kettle Classics Gourmet Dark Russets Potato Chips 8 oz. Bag (3 Bags)
Rating: 3.5
Price: $23.50
Herr’s Kettle Cooked Dark Russet Potato Chips (2.6 oz)
Rating: 4.4
Price: $2.73
Dark Russet Potato Chips
Dark russet potato chips are made from russet potatoes that have remain processed to create a deeper, more caramelized color and richer flavor profile compared to standard potato chips.
Russet potatoes are known for their high starch gratified and are typically used for baking and making french fries. When used for chips, they offer a heartier, more robust potato flavor. The “dark” designation typically indicates that these chips are cooked at a higher temperature or for a longer duration, which results in:
- A deeper brown color
- A more intense, slightly toasted or caramelized flavor
- A potentially crunchier texture
Some potato chip manufacturers create dark russet chips by:
- Using specific russet potato varieties
- Cooking the chips at higher temperatures
- Allowing more caramelization during the frying process
- Potentially using a longer cooking time to develop a more complex flavor
These chips often appeal to consumers who enjoy a more pronounced, almost nutty potato taste and a more substantial chip with a deeper color and richer appearance compared to lighter, more traditional potato chips.
While specific recipes and processes can vary between brands, the key characteristic is the use of russet potatoes and a cooking method that produces a darker, more intensely flavored chip.