Carambola Chips

Slice fruit crosswise into 1/16″ stars. Bring sugar and water to boil in heavy 2-qt saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Add fruit, then remove from heat and let stand, uncovered, 15 min. Pour fruit into sieve set over a bowl and drain 15 min. Put oven rack in middle of oven and preheat to 200. Put line on large baking sheet, then arrange fruit slices in 1 layer on liner. Bake until dry, 1-1.25 hours. Immediately transfer chips to a rack to col. Can be made 1 week ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then kept, layered w waxed paper, in airtight container at room temp.

Carambola (Star Fruit) 2 firm-ripe yellow, about ½ lb
Sugar 2 c
Water 2 c