
“Golden, Crispy, Irresistible: Potato Fry Perfection 🍟✨”
If you’re looking for the perfect side dish that’s simple, quick, and absolutely delicious, potato fry is the answer. Golden, crispy, and lightly spiced – this humble dish pairs beautifully with rice, sambar, rasam, or even chapati.
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized potatoes
- 2 tbsp oil (preferably sesame oil for flavor)
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- 1 sprig curry leaves (optional but recommended)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp coriander powder
- Salt – to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes
- Wash, peel, and chop the potatoes into small cubes (bite-sized works best).
- Soak them in water for 5 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain completely.
- Tempering
- Heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add cumin seeds and curry leaves. Fry for a few seconds until aromatic.
- Onion & Potatoes
- If using onion, add it now and sauté until golden brown.
- Add the drained potato cubes and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Spice it Up
- Sprinkle turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.
- Mix well so the potatoes are evenly coated with the masala.
- Cook Until Crispy
- Reduce flame to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the potatoes are soft inside and crisp outside, turn off the heat.
Tips for Perfect Potato Fry
- Always chop potatoes evenly for uniform cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; the potatoes need space to crisp up.
- For extra crunch, add 1 tsp rice flour while frying.
Serving Suggestions
This crispy potato fry is a versatile side dish. Serve it with:
- Steaming hot sambar rice or rasam rice
- Curd rice for a comforting combo
- Or as a quick filling inside wraps and sandwiches
✨ Simple, tasty, and homely – potato fry is proof that the easiest recipes are often the most loved.