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Tornado Potato

A fun and crispy spiral of potato, seasoned to perfection and topped with your favorite garnishes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 medium-sized potatoes
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional seasonings: garlic powder paprika, or your favorite spices
  • Toppings: shredded cheese sour cream, chopped chives, or bacon bits

Equipment

  • Sharp knife or spiralizer
  • Skewers (wooden or metal)
  • Deep fryer or large pot
  • slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly.
  2. Using a sharp knife or spiralizer, slice the potatoes into spirals of even thickness.
  3. Carefully thread the spiralized potatoes onto skewers.
  4. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Gently lower the skewered potatoes into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5-10 minutes.
  6. Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Sprinkle salt and any desired seasonings over the hot potatoes.
  8. Add your favorite toppings before serving.

Notes

These potatoes are perfect for parties or casual snacking with endless topping options.