Tornado Potatoes Spiraled Snack (Printable Version)

Crisp spiraled potatoes seasoned with garlic, paprika, and Parmesan, ideal for a tasty snack or side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed with skins on

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon paprika
05 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
06 - 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

→ Serving

09 - Ketchup, aioli, or preferred dipping sauce

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F or heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.
02 - Wash and scrub potatoes thoroughly, keeping skins intact for crispiness.
03 - Thread a long wooden skewer lengthwise through each potato's center.
04 - Using a sharp knife, cut each potato in a spiral around the skewer, then gently expand the spirals along the skewer.
05 - Mix olive oil or melted butter with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture evenly over the potatoes, ensuring coverage between spirals.
06 - For baking, place skewered potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once, until golden and crispy. For frying, submerge skewers in hot oil and fry for 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels.
07 - Sprinkle hot potatoes with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately with preferred dipping sauces.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Keeping the potato skins on adds texture and enhances crispiness.