Roadside Potatoes
Experience the bold, nostalgic flavors of 'Roadside Potatoes,' a crispy, golden delight that brings classic street food straight to your kitchen. Made with hearty russet potatoes, these wedges are soaked, coated in a cornstarch slurry for ultimate crunch, and fried to perfection. Tossed in a tantalizing blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of chili, they’re bursting with smoky, savory goodness. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, these potatoes are irresistibly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or party favorite, serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic roadside-inspired treat that’s sure to wow!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut each potato into wedges, about 6-8 pieces per potato, depending on the size.
Soak the potato wedges in cold water for 10 minutes to remove extra starch. Drain and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a light slurry.
Toss the potato wedges in the cornstarch slurry, ensuring they are lightly coated. This will help achieve extra crispiness when frying.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat to 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, test with a small piece of potato—if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready.
Carefully place the potato wedges in the oil, working in batches to prevent overcrowding. Fry for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the fried potatoes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While the potatoes are still hot, sprinkle the spice mixture generously over them and toss gently to coat evenly.
Transfer the seasoned potatoes to a serving plate. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy your flavorful Roadside Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 837.1 g | 1073% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.6 g | 598% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3766 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.7 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 6967 mg | 148% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
