Here’s a simple, crispy Potato Sticks recipe—great as a snack, side dish, or appetizer. You can bake them, fry them, or air-fry them.
Crispy Potato Sticks (Fries-Style)
Servings: 3–4
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20–30 min
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika or garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep potatoes
- Peel (optional) and cut potatoes into thin sticks.
- Soak in cold water for 20–30 minutes (removes starch for crispiness).
- Drain and pat completely dry.
Oven-Baked Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss potato sticks with oil and seasonings.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Air Fryer Method
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook potato sticks in batches for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway.
Frying Method
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry potato sticks in batches 3–4 minutes until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and salt immediately.
Seasoning Ideas
- Garlic parmesan
- Cajun spice
- Chili-lime
- Ranch seasoning
Dipping Sauces
- Ketchup
- Garlic mayo
- Cheese sauce
- Spicy sriracha ketchup
If you want, I can share a crispy potato sticks recipe with cornstarch, a cheesy baked version, or a spiced street-style potato sticks recipe.
