Málà Tǔdòu (麻辣土豆)

Name: Málà Tǔdòu
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 900 g young potatoes; 2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 0.5 tablespoon chili flakes; 0.25 tsp five-spice powder; 0.25 tsp salt; 1 piece green onion

China

Potatoes fried to a golden crust and seasoned with an aromatic blend of five spices, chili, and salt. A quick and vibrant side dish that's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

900 g young potatoes
2 tablespoon vegetable oil
0.5 tablespoon chili flakes
0.25 tsp five-spice powder
0.25 tsp salt
1 piece green onion

Steps

Place the young potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water so that it covers the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, checking with a fork (about 5 minutes).
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet. Add the drained potatoes and, using a glass, gently press each piece to create cracks.
Fry over medium heat until the first side turns golden, then flip and fry the other side until golden.
Sprinkle the potatoes with a mixture of chili flakes, five-spice powder, and salt. Garnish with finely chopped green onion and serve immediately.
Serve the dish hot.