Golden, crispy potato cubes coated in a garlicky buttery glaze – the perfect snack or side!
📝 Ingredients:
- Potatoes: 3 medium (500g), peeled & cubed
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Butter: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Onion: ½, finely diced
- Flour: 5 tbsp (40g all-purpose)
- Cornstarch: ½ cup (50g)
- Water: ¾ cup (150ml)
- Parsley: chopped (for garnish)
- Salt: to taste
- Oil: for frying
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Prep potatoes: Cube potatoes, soak in cold water for 15 mins, then pat dry.
- Double-coat: Toss in cornstarch, then flour-water batter (mix flour + water until smooth).
- Fry: Deep fry at 350°F (175°C) until golden and crispy. Drain on rack.
- Sauce: Sauté garlic and onion in butter until fragrant. Toss with fried potatoes.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley and extra salt if needed.
💡 Pro Tips:
- For extra crispiness, double-fry the potatoes
- Add a pinch of paprika to the flour for color
- Serve with aioli or ranch for dipping
1. Can I make these potato bites ahead of time?
✅ Yes! Prep them in 3 stages:
Up to 1 day ahead: Cut and soak potatoes (store in water in fridge)
Pre-fry: Do the first fry, then freeze for up to 1 month
Final fry & toss: Re-crisp in oil/air fryer and add garlic butter JUST before serving
Pro Tip: Get more make-ahead snack ideas at MyTastyTips.com!
2. What’s the secret to ultra-crispy potatoes?
The cornstarch + flour double-coat is key, but also:
Dry potatoes THOROUGHLY before coating
Fry at 350°F (175°C) – use a thermometer!
Don’t overcrowd the pan (fry in batches)
For extra crunch: Try our 3-Level Crispy Potato Guide!
3. Can I air fry instead of deep frying?
Absolutely! Directions:
Spray coated potatoes with oil
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 mins, shaking halfway
Toss with garlic butter after
Note: They’ll be slightly less crispy than deep-fried. Find our best air fryer hacks at MyTastyTips.com!
📲 Want more irresistible snack ideas? Visit us at MyTastyTips.com for daily recipe inspiration! #ComfortFood #SnackTime
