Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Boil and Mash the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into even chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain completely and let them steam for 2 minutes so excess moisture evaporates. Mash them until completely smooth—a potato ricer works best to prevent lumps!
2. Create the Crisp Dough
Let the mashed potatoes cool slightly. Add the cornstarch along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Knead the mixture gently until it forms a smooth, pliable potato dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
3. Shape the Twists
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Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a wide star or round tip (or simply place it in a ziplock bag and snip off a bottom corner).
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Pipe long, straight lines of potato dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Gently twist two strands together, or pinch and twist single strands to form spiraled sticks.
4. Bake to Golden Perfection
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly brush or spray the top of each potato twist with olive oil. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the twists are deeply golden and crisp around the edges.
5. Serve Immediately
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with extra sea salt or smoked paprika while hot, and serve alongside ketchup, garlic aioli, or warm cheese dip!
Pro-Tips for Extra Crunch
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Don’t Skip the Drying Step: Excess moisture is the enemy of crispiness. Make sure to let the boiled potatoes steam off well before mashing.
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Get Creative with Seasoning: Toss the finished twists in parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, or Cajun spices right out of the oven
