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Mojo Potatoes

Irresistible Mojo Potatoes That Will Steal the Show

Enjoy these Crunchy Copycat Mojo Potatoes, a delicious snack capturing the nostalgia of Shakey’s famous Mojo Potatoes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium Potatoes for best structure and crispy texture
  • 4 cups Water for boiling
  • 1 tablespoon Rock Salt or sea salt if preferred
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Yogurt or buttermilk/sour cream; yogurt is recommended
  • 1 cup Chicken Breading Mix consider gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional, substitute with cayenne for heat
For Frying
  • 2 cups Oil high smoke point oil for frying

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Flat plate
  • frying pan
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mojo Potatoes
  1. Wash the medium-sized potatoes thoroughly under cold water, then cut them into ¼-inch thick slices.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add potato slices and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. Transfer the slightly cooled potatoes to a mixing bowl and toss with yogurt to fully coat.
  4. Combine chicken breading mix and paprika on a flat plate, stirring to blend evenly.
  5. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Coat potato slices in the breading and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer fried Mojo Potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, fry in small batches and check oil temperature. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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