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Fries, Fritters & Crispy Snacks

Fritters and crisp potato bites bring a browned exterior into a small serving. Pickle and onion preparations offer different flavors within snacks shaped by their batter, coating, or cooking method.

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  • Zucchini Fritters

    Zucchini Fritters

    Ingredients Vegetable oil 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 cup all-purpose flour 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 of 1-ounce package ranch-style dip mix 2 cups…

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  • Okra and Green Tomato Fritters

    Okra and Green Tomato Fritters

    Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup self-rising cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 pound okra, coarsely chopped 1 large green tomato, diced 1/2 onion, finely diced 1 large egg 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/3 vegetable oil Procedure In a large bowl…

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  • Smashed Fried Okra

    Smashed Fried Okra

    What a revelation! Use a meat mallet to smash okra and create more surface area for crispy-brown goodness. Try this at home. Ingredients 1 pound fresh okra 1…

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  • Sonic Extreme Tots

    Sonic Extreme Tots

    Sonic Extreme Tater Tots are a treat you are going to love preparing at home. So delicious and so easy to make, these will be a great addition…

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  • Amish Onion Patties

    While everyone has heard of onion rings before, my favorite friend onion was always the patty. Onion patties as a side for meatloaf…yum. Throw one on a thick…

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  • Foolproof Onion Rings

    Foolproof Onion Rings

    It’s always difficult to decide whether to get onion rings or fries (get a combo if they’ll let you!). Proper beer-battered onion rings, with a substantial crisp crust…

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  • Homemade Tater Tots

    Homemade Tater Tots

    Say goodbye to those frozen bags of tater tots. This homemade version is so easy, freezer-friendly and way better than store-bought! Ingredients 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled 1…

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  • Parmesan & Garlic Fries

    Parmesan & Garlic Fries

    I found an even tastier way to eat fries! The addition of Parmesan and garlic makes this side dish simple irresistible. Ingredients 5 cups frozen French-fried potatoes 2…

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  • Smiley Fries

    Smiley Fries

    It’s impossible not to get overwhelmed with joy when looking at these lil guys’ happy faces. They’re just so darn cute. With a few ingredients you can make…

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  • Buttermilk Fried Okra

    Buttermilk Fried Okra

    A sprinkling of sugar in the cornmeal coating caramelizes as the okra cooks, creating a crisp, golden crust. Ingredients 1 pound fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 3/4…

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