Simple potato recipes and easy party appetizers

 

Easy Potato Snacks to Make at Home

Potatoes are a versatile and tasty ingredient that can be used in a variety of snack recipes. Whether you're looking for something sweet or savory, potatoes can be the star of the show. 

Here are a few quick and easy snack recipes that use potatoes as the main ingredient:

Potato Chips

Homemade potato chips are a classic snack that's easy to make and always delicious. Simply slice a potato thinly and fry the slices in oil until crispy. Add salt or your favorite seasoning for a flavorful snack

Ingredients:

• 2-3 large potatoes
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Wash and dry the potatoes

• Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, slice the potatoes thinly

• Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat

• Carefully add the potato slices to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes

• Using a slotted spoon, remove the chips from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil

• Sprinkle with salt to taste and serve immediately

Crispy Potato Chips 

Baked Potato Wedges

Baked potato wedges are a healthier alternative to french fries and are just as tasty. Cut a potato into wedges, toss them in olive oil and your favorite seasonings, and bake in the oven until crispy. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

 

Ingredients:

• 2-3 large potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C)

• Wash and dry the potatoes, then cut them into wedges

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper

• Add the potato wedges to the bowl and toss until they're coated with the seasoning

• Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the wedges are crispy and golden brown

• Serve with your favorite dipping sauce

Baked Potato Wedges

Loaded Baked Potato Skins

 

Baked potato skins are a hearty and filling snack that's perfect for game day or movie night. Scoop out the insides of a baked potato and fill the skins with cheese, chicken, and sour cream. Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• chicken shredded or cubed cooked and crumbled or any other meat
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives / green onions

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C)

• Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce each potato several times with a fork

• Bake the potatoes for 45-50 minutes, or until they're cooked through and tender

• Cut each potato in half lengthwise, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon, leaving a thin layer of potato on the skin

• Place the potato skins on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

• Sprinkle the shredded cheese and crumbled chicken on top of the potato skins

•  Bake in oven or in fry pan for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly

• Serve with a dollop of sour cream and chopped chives

Loaded Baked Potato Skins

Potato Croquettes

 

Potato croquettes are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that's perfect for entertaining. Mix mashed potatoes with cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs, shape into balls, and fry until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, shredded cheese, chopped herbs, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper

• Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed

• Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls or cylinders

• Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat

• Carefully add the potato croquettes to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes

• Using a slotted spoon, remove the croquettes from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil 

• Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce

Potato Croquettes

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries are a healthier alternative to regular french fries and are just as tasty. Cut a sweet potato into thin slices, toss them in olive oil and your favorite seasonings, and bake in the oven until crispy. Serve with a yogurt-based dipping sauce for a flavorful snack.

Ingredients:

 

• 2-3 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C)

• Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then cut them into long, thin strips

• In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with cornstarch until they're evenly coated

• Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potato strips, and then sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until the sweet potato strips are well coated

• Arrange the sweet potato strips in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potato fries are crispy and golden brown, flipping them once halfway through baking

• Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce

Note: For an extra crispy texture, you can soak the sweet potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before tossing them with cornstarch and seasoning. This will help remove excess starch and make them crispier.

Sweet Potato Fries

There are countless ways to use potatoes in snack recipes, and these are just a few ideas to get you started. 

Potato snacks are versatile, easy to make, and a crowd-pleaser. These five potato snack recipes are a great addition to your recipe collection and are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a quick snack, these recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings. From crispy potato chips to savory mashed potato bites, these recipes are easy to follow and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. So, grab a bag of potatoes and get ready to whip up some delicious snacks that are sure to impress your guests.

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