Mojo potatoes are a delicious side dish, often served at places like Shakey’s Pizza Parlor. These crispy, seasoned potato slices are perfect for a snack or as a side dish. Hereβs a simple recipe to make them at home:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Scrub the potatoes clean. You can peel them if you prefer, but traditionally the skin is left on.
- Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Try to keep them uniform for even cooking.
- Preheat the Oil:
- In a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Coat the Potatoes:
- Dip each potato slice first into the egg mixture, making sure it is fully coated.
- Then dredge the potato slice in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess flour mixture.
- Fry the Potatoes:
- Carefully place the coated potato slices into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot; fry in batches if necessary.
- Fry the potatoes for about 3-5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve:
- Serve the mojo potatoes hot, with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch, aioli, or ketchup.
Enjoy your homemade mojo potatoes!
