CAJUN FRIED POTATOES

Cajun Fried Potatoes image

Provided by Tina Klein

Categories Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large white potatoes, unpared,scrubbed b,oiling,salted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, about
2 cups oil, for frying

Steps:

Cut the potatoes into 1" cubes.
Add to boiling salted water.
Cook just until fork tender but not mushy, about 7 minutes.
Drain and cool.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the salt, peppers, onion and garlic power, cumin and cayenne pepper.
Add the potatoes to the spices.
Toss to coat all pieces evenly-- You may do this much in advance and hold the potatoes as long as an hour before completing the dish.
Heat about 1" oil in a wok or deep skillet to about 350 degrees or until a piece of potato sizzles when added to the oil.
Add the potatoes.
Fry until golden brown on all sides, turning frequently.
Remove from Heat,drain and serve immediately.