The next time a potato chip crisis strikes, do not panic. If you've got a potato on hand (which you always should) and your kitchen is equipped with a microwave, all is well. In the video above, YouTuber CrazyRussianHacker shows just how simple it is to nuke up a batch of your own crispy snacks. What you'll need: One potato, a mandolin, a piece of wax paper, some olive oil and salt and pepper. Start by laying out a piece of wax paper.