Spiral potatoes on a stick: the foolproof technique without a machine

Name: Spiral potatoes on a stick: the foolproof technique without a machine
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes; 2 Tbsp melted butter (or olive oil); salt; pepper; ½ tsp paprika

Side dish

Very Easy

20 min

302 Kcal

Spiral potatoes on a stick are a versatile recipe: as well as looking beautiful, they can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish with meat, fish, or chicken. Even better, you don’t need a machine to make the spiral cut—just a wooden stick and a very sharp knife. These potatoes are usually fried, but we baked them in the oven, and the result was incredible: crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Now it’s up to you, friend. The detailed recipe is just below↓↓

Ingredients

2 medium potatoes
2 Tbsp melted butter (or olive oil)
salt
pepper
½ tsp paprika

Materials

Wooden stick
Baking tray
Parchment paper
Knife

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time15 min

After washing the potatoes, insert a wooden stick into the center of each one.
Using the knife, begin to cut the potato in a spiral. From one end to the other, without interruption, to obtain a continuous spiral. The trick is to twist the stick as you cut. Gently pull apart the slices to open the potato.
Brush them with melted butter (or olive oil). Then season with salt, pepper and paprika to taste.
Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in an oven preheated to 350°F (180°C) for about 15 minutes, or until cooked through. (The larger the spiral, the longer it will take to cook.)
Remove them from the oven, and they’re ready. Serve with a sauce of your choice.

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FAQ ❓

How should I serve spiral potatoes?

►As a side dish: They can be served with meat, fish, or chicken.
►As an appetizer: Choose smaller potatoes and serve them with yogurt sauce, for example.

Should I peel the potatoes?

Personally, we love the rustic flavor the potato skin gives them. Choose organic potatoes! And of course, peel them if you prefer.

Want even crispier potatoes?

Just sprinkle grated Parmesan or breadcrumbs on top before putting them in the oven.

What seasonings can I use?

The basics are salt and pepper. For a little color, use paprika, curry, or other seasonings. You can also season them with herbs (thyme, parsley, etc.).