Crispy Potato Cheese Sticks (Printer-Friendly Version)
Golden potato sticks with a crunchy exterior and gooey cheese center, perfect for sharing and snacking.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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480 ml mashed potatoes (preferably starchy variety like Russet or Yukon Gold)
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120 ml all-purpose flour
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30 ml grated Parmesan cheese
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2 large eggs, beaten
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240 ml plain or seasoned breadcrumbs
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Neutral frying oil (canola or sunflower), sufficient quantity
→ Seasonings
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5 ml garlic powder
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5 ml onion powder
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2.5 ml paprika
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until a consistent dough forms.
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Form the potato mixture into sticks approximately 5–7.5 cm in length and 1.25 cm in thickness.
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Arrange three shallow bowls: one empty, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
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Dip each stick first into the empty bowl, then into the beaten eggs, and finally roll in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
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Warm oil in a deep frying pan or skillet to 180°C.
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Carefully fry the breaded sticks in batches, avoiding overcrowding, for 2–3 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown.
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Transfer fried sticks to a paper towel-lined plate to remove surplus oil.
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Present the potato cheese sticks hot, accompanied by preferred dipping sauces such as ketchup, ranch, or sour cream.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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For best results, ensure mashed potatoes are dry and slightly warm before mixing. Refrigerate shaped sticks for 15–20 minutes prior to cooking to improve firmness.