Chewy Potato Bites: Spicy, bouncy potato bites tossed in chilli oil
Chewy Potato Bites are soft, slightly bouncy, and coated in a spicy chilli oil mix. They’re super addictive, easy to make, and perfect when you want something fun and different from regular potato snacks.
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What is Chewy Potato Bites?
It’s a simple dish made by combining mashed potatoes with rice flour to create a dough, shaping it into small bites, boiling them till soft and chewy, and then tossing them in a flavour-packed chilli oil mix.
Main Ingredient of Chewy Potato Bites:
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Potatoes – 3 medium (boiled & mashed)
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Rice Flour – 3–4 tbsp
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Salt – To taste
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Chilli Oil – 1–2 tbsp
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Fresh Coriander – 2 tbsp (chopped)
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Sesame Seeds – 1 tsp
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Optional: Soy sauce or lemon juice
What Is So Special About Chewy Potato Bites?
The texture is the highlight—soft inside with a slight chew from the rice flour. The little dents hold onto the chilli oil, making every bite packed with flavour.
Quick and Easy Chewy Potato Bites:
This recipe uses basic pantry ingredients and comes together quickly. Boil, shape, cook, and toss—it’s that simple and perfect for a quick snack.
How to make Chewy Potato Bites
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Boil potatoes, peel and mash until completely smooth.
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Add rice flour and salt, mix into a soft dough.
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Roll into small bite-sized balls.
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Use a chopstick or finger to poke a small dent in each ball.
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Bring water to a boil and drop the potato bites in.
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Cook until they float to the surface.
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Remove and drain well.
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In a bowl, add chilli oil, coriander, sesame seeds (and soy/lemon if using).
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Toss the hot potato bites in the mixture till well coated.
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Serve immediately.
Expert Tips
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Make sure the potatoes are lump-free for a smooth texture.
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Don’t over-add flour or they’ll turn dense instead of chewy.
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