Description
Discover the secret to making golden crunchy potato fingers that are perfect for snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (approximately 1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried onion
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the russet potatoes, then slice them into slender strips, about ¼ inch thick.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the potato strips with olive oil, dried garlic, smoked paprika, dried onion, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until well-coated.
- Arrange the seasoned potato strips on the lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring space between them for optimal crispiness.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the potato sticks halfway through for even browning.
- Once golden and crispy, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, soak the potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning and baking.
- Experiment with different spices like Italian seasoning or chili flakes for a unique flavor.
- Pair with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup or ranch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato fingers, crunchy potato sticks, baked potato fries