The sight is a vibrant contrast of colors: golden crispy potato shreds generously speckled with red chili flakes, scattered with bright green spring onions and a hint of white sesame. The dish is served in a black cast iron pan that enhances the colors and makes it picturesque.

Szechuan-Style Crispy Shredded Potato Stir Fry

Name: Szechuan-Style Crispy Shredded Potato Stir Fry
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: large potato, 3 julienned; red chilli flakes, 1.5 tsp None; szechuan peppercorns, 1 tsp slightly crushed; garlic cloves, 6 finely chopped; spring onions, 2 finely chopped; salt, to taste None; soy sauce, 1 tbs None; toasted white sesame seeds, for garnish None; vegetable oil for frying, 3 tbs None

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Stir-Fry

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: March 26, 2024

With the chilly winds and feel of early spring, comes the need for a hearty yet refreshing dish! Think Szechuan Province in China to add spice and warmth, contrasted by the iconic Potato through a lens far different from your everyday potato recipes.

Ingredients (for 4)

Large potato - 3 - julienned
Red chilli flakes - 1.5 tsp
Szechuan peppercorns - 1 tsp - slightly crushed
Garlic cloves - 6 - finely chopped
Spring onions - 2 - finely chopped
Salt - to taste
Soy sauce - 1 tbs
Toasted white sesame seeds - for garnish
Vegetable oil for frying - 3 tbs

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥔💦🏁

Soak 3 large julienned potatoes in cold water for about 20 minutes. Then pat them dry completely using a clean towel.
Step 2 - 🍳🥔🔥

In a large pan or wok, heat the 3 tbs of vegetable oil on medium-high heat. Add potatoes, spreading them evenly. Stir-fry for about 7-8 mins, or until potatoes are slightly golden brown.
Step 3 - 🌶️🍲🔥

Add 1.5 tsp of red chilli flakes, 1 tsp of slightly crushed Szechuan peppercorns, and 6 finely chopped garlic cloves. Continue to stir-fry until fragrant.
Step 4 - 🍜🥬🔥

Stir in 2 finely chopped spring onions, 1 tbs of soy sauce, and salt to taste. Fry for another 2 minutes until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 5 - 🍽️🔆😋

Turn off the heat, and garnish your dish with toasted white sesame seeds before serving.

Additional

A great way to make this dish even more flavourful is by adding a drizzle of Chinese black vinegar just before serving. This adds another layer of tanginess to the dish. It's a fun dish to involve kids in, especially in the process of julienned potatoes (under supervision). The humble potato shines in an unexpectedly delightful way in this dish. Enjoy!