Description
These crispy potato sticks are golden on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect snack or side dish. They are easy to prepare and delicious served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into finger-sized sticks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into thin finger-shaped sticks.
- Soak the potato sticks in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the potato sticks in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes per batch.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Drizzle with olive oil if desired and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double fry the potatoes.
- You can bake the potato sticks at 425°F for 30 minutes instead of frying.
- Serve with ketchup, garlic sauce, or spicy mayo.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
