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Tornado Potatoes Recipe

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Crispy, flavorful Tornado Potatoes are a fun and delicious snack made by spiral-cutting Yukon potatoes on skewers, seasoned with a savory blend of Parmesan, garlic, paprika, and black pepper, and baked until golden and crispy. Perfect for parties or a tasty side dish.

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 medium Yukon potatoes
  • 2 wooden skewers

Seasoning & Coating

  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325ºF (160ºC) to prepare for baking the potatoes.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: Microwave the potatoes for 1 to 1½ minutes to soften them slightly. Let them rest in the microwave for a few minutes to cool down. Insert a wooden skewer lengthwise through the center of each potato.
  3. Spiral Cut: Holding a sharp thin knife at an angle, cut the potato in a spiral motion around the skewer, making thin and even slices all along the potato down to the skewer. This creates the tornado effect.
  4. Fan Out Slices & Butter: Gently spread the potato slices along the skewer to create even gaps. Brush the melted butter all over the potatoes ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Season and Coat: In a bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Sprinkle half of this mixture evenly over each skewered potato, ensuring all slices are coated.
  6. Bake: Place the skewered potatoes on a baking pan, resting the skewers across the edges so the potatoes are suspended. Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Enjoy: Serve warm as a fun snack or side dish.

Notes

  • Microwaving the potatoes first helps soften them so they are easier to spiral-cut without breaking.
  • Use a sharp, thin knife for clean spiral cuts to avoid breaking slices.
  • Adjust baking time if potatoes are larger or smaller to get desired crispiness.
  • Optional: Add other seasonings like chili powder or oregano for variation.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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