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Fully Loaded Tornado Potatoes

Fully Loaded Tornado Potatoes

Fully Loaded Tornado Potatoes are a crispy, spiral delight that brings whimsical street food charm to your kitchen, perfect for any summer gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes Choose medium-sized for the best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Or avocado oil for a different twist.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes) Adjust based on your heat tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be used as an alternative.
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Omit for a vegetarian-friendly version.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Dairy-free cheese works for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt for a health boost.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice is a suitable substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Chives can serve as a delightful alternative.

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • baking sheet
  • skewers
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Microwave the medium-sized Russet potatoes for 3 minutes to soften the center.
  2. Insert a skewer lengthwise through each potato for stability.
  3. Spiral cut the potato by rotating it and slicing at an angle.
  4. Brush the spiralized potatoes with extra-virgin olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle with gochugaru and kosher salt.
  6. Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC) and roast the seasoned potatoes for 45 to 60 minutes.
  7. Prepare the bacon by roasting thick-cut strips on a foil-lined baking sheet for 20 to 25 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle sharp cheddar cheese over the potatoes and broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. Mix sour cream, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt together in a small bowl.
  10. Drizzle the potatoes with the sour cream mixture and top with crumbled bacon and scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture. Feel free to experiment with toppings for unique variations.

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