Fried Heart-Shaped Potato Bites
Crispy, golden fried heart-shaped potatoes that are tender inside and perfectly seasoned a fun and charming side dish or appetizer ideal for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large russet potatoes
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Peel potatoes and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- 2. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut potatoes into heart shapes.
- 3. Place potatoes in cold water for 15 minutes to remove excess starch; drain and pat dry.
- 4. Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- 5. Fry potatoes in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 6. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7. Season immediately with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-fry the potatoes for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve with ketchup, aioli, or cheese sauce.
- Can be baked or air-fried as a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: heart shaped potatoes, fried potatoes, valentines day food, potato appetizer
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