Crispy Japanese Potato Sticks | A Better Version Of Parmesan Garlic Fries You NEED To Try

*Crispy Japanese Potato Sticks* Do you love garlicky, crispy french fries? Then this next-level pommes frites recipe is one you need to try! Inspired by Japanese-style crispy potato sticks, these french fries are ultra crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan and served with garlic mayo, they’re the ultimate snack or side dish. _Ingredients:_ - 3–4 large russet potatoes (about 3 ½–4 cups mashed) - ½–⅔ cup potato starch - 1 tsp onion powder - 1 tsp garlic powder - 1 tsp dried parsley - 2 tsp paprika powder - salt, to taste - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan - 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped - neutral oil for frying - Optional: garlic mayo for dipping *1. Cook and mash the potatoes* Peel the potatoes and boil them in salted water until completely tender. Drain and let them steam dry briefly. Mash thoroughly until very smooth with no lumps remaining. *2. Season and form the dough* Add the potato starch, paprika and garlic powder, onion powder and dried parsley, and salt to the mashed potatoes. Mix with your hands until well combined. Transfer the potato mixture to a piping bag or large zip-top bag. *3. Shape and fry* Pipe long fry-shaped strips directly into hot oil heated to 350°F. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve hot with garlic mayo on the side. __________________________________________ *Scrumdiddlyumptious brings you creative recipes & cooking hacks every day, so be sure to like, follow, and subscribe for inspiring new ideas. Home cooking has never been so easy, or so fun!* 💚 YouTube Memberships: https://www.youtube.com/scrumdiddlyumptious/join 💚 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scrumdiddlyumptiouscom 💚 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scrumdiddlyumptious_recipes 💚 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scrumdiddlyumptious.com 💚 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/scrumdiddlyumptious 💚 Website: https://www.scrumdiddlyumptious.com __________________________________________