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. Boil the potatoes for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash until smooth.
2. Soak the bread in water for a few seconds, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
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. Roll the dough into a long log and cut it into equal-sized pieces.
5. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten gently with the back of a fork to create ridges.
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. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.