Patates Tiganites: Greek Fried Potatoes Recipe
Greek fried potatoes are a favorite meze to serve with drinks, side dish, and combined with feta cheese, and even as a main dish for a meal.
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- Serves: 6 persons
Ingredients
- 2large potatoes (baking)
- 2teaspoons of salt (sea)
- 3inches of olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and slice into thin round, slices, or smaller pieces, according to preference.Step 2
Soak in cold water for 15 to 30 minutes, rinse well, and pat dry.Step 3
Salt before frying. Closed deep fryer: Step 4
Bring to 355 F (180 C), lower the basket and fry for 7 minutes.Step 5
Raise the basket and allow oil to come to full heat again.Step 6
Lower the basket and cook for 5 minutes more.Step 7
Lift the basket and let drip for 2 minutes. Serve hot. Frying pan: Step 8
In a deep frying pan, heat 1 to 1 1/2 inches of oil over high heat before adding potatoes.Step 9
Fry 4 to 5 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally so they don't stick.Step 10
Cover the pan and let cook until golden brown.Step 11
Remove with a slotted spoon, drain in a strainer or colander and serve. About draining: Many Greeks do not drain the potatoes on absorbent paper towels, however, this is a matter of preference. If you do drain them, do so for just long enough to get rid of the majority of the excess oil.