Double-flavored Crispy Potatoes with Hengshun Aromatic Vinegar

Double-flavored Crispy Potatoes with Hengshun Aromatic Vinegar
Hengshun aromatic vinegar from Zhenjiang in Jiangnan is recognized as one of China's four famous vinegars, thanks to its unique aroma and slightly sweet flavor. Compared to aged vinegars, Hengshun aromatic vinegar has a lighter, fresher taste. Its acidity is not as heavy as that of aged vinegar, making it perfect for sweet and sour dishes, especially cold salads. Today, I will use Hengshun aromatic vinegar to season a popular snack from Chengdu with two flavors: sweet and sour spicy, and sour and spicy. The sweet and sour spicy version emphasizes a sweet and tangy flavor with a lingering spiciness, while the sour and spicy version is a delightful mix of salty and spicy with a hint of acidity. These flavorful sauces coat crispy fried potato cubes—who could resist such temptation? This dish is great as an appetizer before a meal or as a snack with drinks. Even after cooling, the flavors remain addictive!

Materials

Potatoes 2
Shiitake Mushrooms 4
Sugar 2 tablespoons
Soy Sauce 1 tablespoon
Hengshun Aromatic Vinegar 1 teaspoon
Pepper Oil 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/4 teaspoon
Chili Powder 2 tablespoons
Sichuan Pepper Powder 1/2 teaspoon
MSG 1/4 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Hengshun Aromatic Vinegar 1/2 teaspoon
Chili Powder 2 tablespoons

How To Make

  1. Cut the potatoes into 1-2 cm cubes and steam until cooked.

    Cut the potatoes into 1-2 cm cubes and steam until cooked.

  2. Prepare the seasonings and ingredients needed for both flavors.

    Prepare the seasonings and ingredients needed for both flavors.

  3. Clean and chop the shiitake mushrooms into 1 cm cubes and dice the sausage.

    Clean and chop the shiitake mushrooms into 1 cm cubes and dice the sausage.

  4. Heat oil for frying until it reaches 170 degrees Celsius.

    Heat oil for frying until it reaches 170 degrees Celsius.

  5. Fry the potato cubes on high heat until they are golden and crispy.

    Fry the potato cubes on high heat until they are golden and crispy.

  6. Remove and drain the fried potatoes and set aside.

    Remove and drain the fried potatoes and set aside.

  7. Next, fry the shiitake mushrooms and sausage until crispy.

    Next, fry the shiitake mushrooms and sausage until crispy.

  8. Divide the potatoes into two portions; combine one with the mushrooms and sausage.

    Divide the potatoes into two portions; combine one with the mushrooms and sausage.

  9. Add the sweet and sour spicy seasoning, herbs, and chopped celery to the potato mixture.

    Add the sweet and sour spicy seasoning, herbs, and chopped celery to the potato mixture.

  10. Mix well.

    Mix well.

  11. In the other portion of potatoes, add cilantro and seasonings, then mix well.

    In the other portion of potatoes, add cilantro and seasonings, then mix well.

  12. This is the sweet and sour spicy crispy potato dish.

    This is the sweet and sour spicy crispy potato dish.

  13. This is the sour and spicy crispy potato dish.

    This is the sour and spicy crispy potato dish.

  14. Best when freshly fried, but still delicious as a snack later!

    Best when freshly fried, but still delicious as a snack later!

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