Crispy Potato Nuggets

Ingredients

• 300 g potatoes
• 60 g cornstarch
• 2 slices sandwich bread
• water
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• neutral oil

Steps

1. 1Step 1: Boil the potatoes for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash until smooth.
2. 2Step 2: Soak the bread in water for a few seconds, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
3. 3Step 3: Combine the mashed potatoes, soaked bread, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
4. 4Step 4: Roll the dough into a long log and cut it into equal-sized pieces.
5. 5Step 5: Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten gently with the back of a fork to create ridges.
6. 6Step 6: Heat the oil to 170–175°C (340–350°F) and fry the nuggets in batches for 4–5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Step 7: Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.