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Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 Idaho potatoes, peeled, and thinly sliced
  • Finely grated Parmesan, for dusting
  • Essence, for dusting, recipe follows

Method

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or in a large, heavy pot to 360 degrees F. (If using a large, heavy pot, only fill oil halfway up the sides of the pot).
  • Carefully add potatoes to hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  • Remove from oil with a spider strainer or slotted spoon, and drain on plates lined with paper towels.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan and Essence.
  • Serve with pork barbecue sandwiches.
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Yield: 2/3 cup
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William and Morrow, 1993.