Southwestern fries

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½cupAncho chile powder
2tablespoonsGround cumin
2tablespoonsSalt
4cupsPeanut oil
4largesPotatoes

Directions

Shoestring cut the potatoes: sliced lengthwise into very thin shoestring strips.Combine the chile powder, cumin and salt and set aside.

In a large saucepan over high heat, heat the peanut oil to 375 degrees, or until a bit of potato sizzles when immersed. Fry the potatoes in batches for about 3 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Immediately season with the spice mixture and serve.

Recipe by: Flay and McDavid, Grillin' Chillin, 1996 (c) TVFN Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #542 by Nancy Berry <nlberry@...> on Mar 26, 1997