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Crispy Street Style Spiral Potatoes
Learn how to make popular street-style spiral potatoes, also known as tornado or twist potatoes. These fun and crispy fried potato snacks are coated in a light batter and seasoned with a savory and spicy mix, perfect for a quick and satisfying treat. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious, visually appealing snack that's sure to be a hit.
#Spiral Potato
#Tornado Potato
#Twisted Potato
#Street Food
#Snack
#Fried Potato
#Easy Recipe
#Crispy
#Vegetarian
#Quick Snack
Finished Crispy Spiral Potato
Recipe Information
7m
Prep Time
9m
Cook Time
16m
Total Time
2
Servings
Medium
International Street Food
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
4g
Protein
45g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Spiral Potato Being Seasoned
Ingredients
Servings: 2
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Close-up of Spiral Potato Texture
Instructions
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- Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Insert a wooden skewer lengthwise through the center of each potato, ensuring it comes out the other end.1m
Preview1mPreviewWash the potatoes thoroughly. Insert a wooden skewer lengthwise through the center of each potato, ensuring it comes out the other end. - Carefully slice the potato in a spiral motion around the skewer. Start at one end and rotate the potato while cutting until you reach the other end. Ensure the cuts go all the way through but remain connected. Gently stretch the potato along the skewer to create the 'spiral' or 'tornado' effect.3m
Preview3mPreviewCarefully slice the potato in a spiral motion around the skewer. Start at one end and rotate the potato while cutting until you reach the other end. Ensure the cuts go all the way through but remain connected. Gently stretch the potato along the skewer to create the 'spiral' or 'tornado' effect. - In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Gradually add water, whisking constantly until you achieve a smooth, slightly thick batter that can coat the back of a spoon.1m
Preview1mPreviewIn a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Gradually add water, whisking constantly until you achieve a smooth, slightly thick batter that can coat the back of a spoon. - Carefully dip each spiraled potato into the prepared batter, ensuring all parts of the potato are thoroughly coated. Let any excess batter drip off.1m
Preview1mPreviewCarefully dip each spiraled potato into the prepared batter, ensuring all parts of the potato are thoroughly coated. Let any excess batter drip off. - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough for deep frying (around 350-375ยฐF or 175-190ยฐC).2m
Preview2mPreviewHeat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough for deep frying (around 350-375ยฐF or 175-190ยฐC). - Carefully place the batter-coated spiral potatoes into the hot oil. Fry for approximately 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.7m
Preview7mPreviewCarefully place the batter-coated spiral potatoes into the hot oil. Fry for approximately 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. - Remove the fried spiral potatoes from the oil and place them on a wire rack over a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.1m
Preview1mPreviewRemove the fried spiral potatoes from the oil and place them on a wire rack over a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. - While the potatoes are still hot, generously sprinkle them with red chili powder (or paprika), chaat masala (if using), and salt to taste. Ensure an even coating of the seasoning.1m
Preview1mPreviewWhile the potatoes are still hot, generously sprinkle them with red chili powder (or paprika), chaat masala (if using), and salt to taste. Ensure an even coating of the seasoning. - Serve the crispy, seasoned street-style spiral potatoes immediately as a delicious snack or appetizer. Enjoy!1mPreview1mPreviewServe the crispy, seasoned street-style spiral potatoes immediately as a delicious snack or appetizer. Enjoy!
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