Starfruit Chips

Step 1: Using a vegetable peeler, peel off the brown edges on the ridges of each starfruit. Slice off the ends and discard. Slice the remaining starfruit very thinly, about 1/16" thick. Poke any seeds out with tip of knife.

Step 2: Put the water and sugar into a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 3: Add the starfruit and return to a boil. Let simmer for two minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes.

Step 4: Place a strainer or colander over a large bowl. Pour the starfruit into the strainer and let drain for 15 minutes. Reserve the syrup for another use.

Step 5: Preheat oven to 200F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silpat pad. Place the starfruit slices on the pad in a single layer. Bake until they are dried out, about 60-75 minutes.

Step 6: Store the chips in single layers between wax paper, in an airtight container. Serving size is 8 chips.