Best Fried Mashed Potato Sticks Recipes

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FRIED MASHED POTATO STICKS



Fried Mashed Potato Sticks image

Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, this crunchy potatoes are a great alternative to French fries.

Provided by Paula Jones

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups water
2 pouches (3.6 oz each) Betty Crocker™ Homestyle creamy butter mashed potatoes (just-add-water variety)
3 cups vegetable oil
Ranch dressing, if desired

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Turn off heat. Add potatoes. Mix to combine.
  • Spread potatoes onto an ungreased rimmed half baking sheet or 13x9-inch pan. Smooth top with spatula. Place in freezer about 1 hour or until frozen.
  • Using cookie cutter or sharp knife, cut out stick shapes. Return to freezer until oil is heated.
  • In deep-fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat to 350°F.
  • Carefully place frozen potato sticks into oil (being careful to not crowd pan) and cook until golden. Transfer cooked potato sticks to plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  • Serve with a side of dressing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

FRIED MASHED POTATO STICKS RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Fried Mashed Potato Sticks Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-1590

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups water
2 pouches (3.6 oz each) Betty Crocker® Homestyle creamy butter mashed potatoes (just-add-water variety)
3 cups vegetable oil
Ranch dressing, if desired

Steps:

  • 1 In 2-quart saucepan, heat water to boiling. Turn off heat. Add potatoes. Mix to combine. 2 Spread potatoes onto an ungreased rimmed half baking sheet or 13x9-inch pan. Smooth top with spatula. Place in freezer about 1 hour or until frozen. 3 Using cookie cutter or sharp knife, cut out stick shapes. Return to freezer until oil is heated. 4 In deep-fat fryer or heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat to 350°F. 5 Carefully place frozen potato sticks into oil (being careful to not crowd pan) and cook until golden. Transfer cooked potato sticks to plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. 6 Serve with a side of dressing.

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