Szechuan Style Potato Strips

Szechuan Style Potato Strips are a spicy and flavorful side dish that showcases the bold and tangy flavors of Szechuan cuisine. Crisp-tender potato strips are tossed with aromatic spices, creating a delightful contrast that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 300 grams
• Vegetable oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Dried red chilies - 3, whole
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Vinegar - 1 tablespoon (preferably rice vinegar)
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Spring onions - 2, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Soak the potato strips in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
4. Add the dried red chilies and Szechuan peppercorns to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds until they start to turn golden.
6. Increase the heat to high and add the potato strips to the wok, stirring continuously to coat them in the oil and spices.
7. Stir-fry the potatoes for about 10-12 minutes until they are golden and crispy, making sure to stir frequently to prevent burning.
8. Add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and salt to taste, then toss everything together for another 2-3 minutes until the potatoes are well coated.
9. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped spring onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Potatoes are a good source of vitamins C and B6, providing essential nutrients for overall health.
• The Szechuan peppercorns have anti-inflammatory properties and may help improve digestion.

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