Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
0.25 tsp

ground black pepper

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

1.75 tsp

salt

divided

7.5 unit

russet potatoes

1 pinch

garlic powder

1 unit

olive oil flavored cooking spray

0.5 tbsp

flour

0.5 tsp

paprika

1 tbsp

egg substitute

Step 1
~4 min

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon salt.

Step 2
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Lightly mist a large nonstick baking sheet with oil spray. Set aside.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~4 min

Peel the potato to remove some of the peel.

Step 4
~4 min

Cut the potato lengthwise into 1/3\"thick sticks.

Step 5
~4 min

Weigh 5 1/4 ounces of potatoes or measure 1 1/2 cups. Transfer the potato strips to the boiling water.

Step 6
~4 min

Cook for exactly 3 minutes but no longer or they will break.

Step 7
~4 min

Drain in a colander. Set aside for about 5 minutes to cool.

Step 8
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, combine the egg substitute, flour, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt.

Step 9
~4 min

With a fork, beat to mix.

Step 10
~4 min

Add the potato strips.

Step 11
~4 min

With hands, toss to coat well. Allow any excess egg-substitute mixture to drip off.

Step 12
~4 min

Transfer to the reserved baking sheet. Arrange, not touching, in a single layer.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Bake for 20 minutes, turning about every 5 minutes, or until crispy and golden.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispiness, soak the potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before boiling.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Potato strips can be cut ahead of time and stored in cold water.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with ketchup, mayonnaise, or ranch dressing.

Pair with a burger or sandwich.

Serve as a side dish to fried chicken.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Burgers
Fried Chicken
Sandwiches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American South

Cultural Significance

Popular fast food item

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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