Indo-Chinese · serves 2

Honey Chilli Potato

Sticky, sweet, hot and crisp. Better than the version you'd order.

35 min Some work Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, in thin fingers
  • 4 tbsp cornflour
  • 2 tbsp rice flour
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp chilli sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Spring onion
  • Oil to fry

Method

  1. Soak the potato fingers in cold water 15 minutes, then dry them completely. That removes surface starch and is why they go crisp.
  2. Toss in cornflour and rice flour till fully coated.
  3. Fry on medium till pale, drain, then fry again on high for 2 minutes. The double fry is not optional.
  4. Sauce: garlic in 1 tbsp oil, then honey, chilli sauce, soy, vinegar. Bubble 1 minute till sticky.
  5. Potatoes tossed in off the heat.
  6. Sesame seeds and spring onion. Eat within five minutes.

Questions people ask about Honey Chilli Potato

How long does Honey Chilli Potato take?

About 35 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is a bit of work. Most of that is active, so read the method through before you start rather than chopping as you go.

What is the one thing to get right in Honey Chilli Potato?

Soak the potato fingers in cold water 15 minutes, then dry them completely. That removes surface starch and is why they go crisp.

What can I use instead of potato in Honey Chilli Potato?

Use waxy potatoes hold their shape, floury ones fall apart. For curries you want waxy.

Can I make Honey Chilli Potato ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Honey Chilli Potato vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Honey Chilli Potato?

On its own as a main, or with fried rice or noodles. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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