🍟 You may have already seen it in stories, it's the new trick that's going viral: a potato chip can become your best barbecue lighter! Simple, economical, and quick, this technique turns an everyday snack into a coal booster. Follow the guide to light your barbecue in a flash, without chemicals or hassle!

Why does it work? 🔥

Potato chips contain a lot of vegetable oil, which is a highly flammable fat. When heated, this oil ignites quickly, helping to spread the flame to bricks or coal. Basically, you're turning a potato chip into a biodegradable mini-torch!

Step-by-step instructions 👇

1. Prepare your fire : arrange coals or briquettes in a pyramid shape, with a few pieces of thin wood or paper underneath.
2. Place the chip : Place one whole chip or two stacked in the center, lying flat on the low coals.
3. Light : Hold your long match or lighter under the chip. The fat will quickly heat up and ignite the embers.
4. Be patient : in 30 seconds, the chip will burn and transmit the flame to the other fuels. Wait 5 minutes for the coals to become hot and then disperse them.

Tips for optimal ignition 📝

• Choose thin, golden chips that are rich in oil.
• Don't crumble them too much: an intact surface concentrates the heat better.
• Avoid strong winds to avoid scattering the embers.
• Always keep a cup of water handy in case the embers get too hot.

Advantages & disadvantages ⚖️

👍 Advantages:

• Quickly operational without special products.
• Economical and fun.
• Neutral taste on your food (no chemical taste).

👎 Disadvantages:

• Additional smoke production.
• Avoid with very smelly salty chips (risk of salt transfer).
• Not ideal for a fire that is too humid or very cold.

Variation for sweet lovers 🍬

Try it with salt-vinegar chips or even banana chips sold in organic stores: the principle remains the same, and you benefit from a long-lasting flame thanks to the caramelized sugars.

The final word 🎉

So, are you grabbing a chip for your next barbecue? This trick surprises, amuses your friends, and works every time... or almost every time! Tested and approved by the Neary team, it will revolutionize your summer lighting. Happy fire and happy grilling! 🔥🍖