Description
Crispy golden mojo potatoes bring Cuban street food magic to home kitchens with irresistible seasoned potato wedges. Zesty garlic, tangy citrus, and perfectly crisped edges make this side dish an instant crowd-pleaser you’ll want to devour again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes
- 1 packet chicken breading mix (about 1 cup)
- 1–2 cups oil (for frying)
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 cup yogurt (or buttermilk or sour cream)
- 1 tablespoon rock salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder (optional)
Liquid:
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Cleanse whole potatoes thoroughly, maintaining skin for added texture. Slice into uniform quarter-inch thick medallions using a sharp knife.
- Create a salted boiling water bath. Submerge potato slices for precisely 3 minutes, ensuring they remain slightly firm. Immediately drain using a colander and allow brief cooling period.
- Gently coat each potato slice with yogurt, creating a thin, even layer that enhances flavor and promotes breading adhesion.
- Combine chicken breading mix with paprika powder in a shallow container. Carefully dredge yogurt-coated potato slices, ensuring complete coverage. Work quickly to prevent coating from becoming saturated.
- Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium temperature (approximately 350°F). Test oil readiness by dropping small water droplet – it should sizzle immediately. Fry potato slices in controlled batches, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until achieving golden, crispy exterior.
- Transfer fried potatoes using slotted spoon onto paper towel-lined surface. Allow excess oil to drain, preserving crisp texture. Serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and crunchiness.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for maximum crispiness and better breading adherence.
- Pat potato slices completely dry before yogurt coating to prevent soggy breading and ensure maximum crunch.
- Control oil temperature around 350-375°F for perfect golden-brown exterior without burning or greasy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg