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Vietnamese Garlic Potato Stir-Fry (Khoai Tây Xào Tỏi)
A simple yet flavorful Vietnamese-inspired dish featuring crispy golden potatoes infused with aromatic garlic. This humble side dish is commonly served in Vietnamese households and pairs perfectly with rice and grilled proteins. The potatoes are pan-fried until golden and tender, then tossed with fragrant garlic for an irresistible combination.
35 min
Easy
4 servings
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Taste Profile
Sweet2/10
Salty5/10
Sour0/10
Umami3/10
Spicy2/10
🥄 Texture
Exterior is golden-brown and lightly crisp from pan-searing, while the interior is creamy and tender as the potato cubes cook through. Minced garlic provides occasional chewy, caramelized bits that add textural contrast.
👃 Aroma
Pronounced roasted garlic aroma with warm, toasty notes from the seared potato surfaces. A mild starchy/potato sweetness underlies the scent, lifted by a hint of black pepper sharpness.
🍷 Pairs Well With
A crisp lager or a dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc) to cut the oil and complement the garlic; jasmine or green tea is a non-alcoholic alternative.
🥗 Side Dishes
Steamed jasmine rice; Vietnamese pickled carrots and daikon (đồ chua) or a light cucumber-vinegar salad; grilled fish or prawns; a fried egg or fresh herb salad with cilantro and scallions.
Ingredients(6 items)
- 12 pounds potatoes (peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
- 28 cloves garlic (minced)
- 33 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 41 teaspoon salt
- 51/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 61/2 teaspoon sugar
Nutrition Information(per serving)
185
Calories
2.8g
Protein
21.4g
Carbs
10.5g
Fat
Instructions
- 1
Peel the potatoes and cut them into uniform 1/2-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- 2
Rinse the diced potatoes in cold water and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
- 3
Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Carefully add the dried potato cubes to the hot oil in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a golden crust.
- 5
Stir the potatoes and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
- 6
Reduce the heat to medium and push the potatoes to the sides of the skillet, creating a well in the center.
- 7
Add the minced garlic to the center of the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
- 8
Toss the garlic together with the potatoes, coating them evenly.
- 9
Season with salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine all flavors.
- 10
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring gently to ensure even seasoning.
- 11
Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot as a side dish.
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