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Tornado Potato[edit]

A tornado potato, also known as a twist potato, spiral potato, or tornado fries, is a popular street food snack that originated in South Korea. It consists of a whole potato that is cut into a spiral shape, skewered on a stick, and then deep-fried until crispy. The snack is often seasoned with various flavors such as cheese, chili, or barbecue seasoning.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of a tornado potato involves several steps:

Spiral Cutting: The potato is first skewered onto a long stick. A special spiral cutter is used to slice the potato into a continuous spiral shape while keeping it intact on the skewer.
Frying: The skewered potato is then deep-fried in hot oil until it becomes golden brown and crispy.
Seasoning: After frying, the tornado potato is seasoned with a variety of flavors. Common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and flavored powders such as cheese or barbecue.

Popularity[edit]

Tornado potatoes have gained popularity not only in South Korea but also in other parts of the world. They are commonly found at street food markets, fairs, and festivals. The visual appeal of the spiral shape and the customizable flavors contribute to their widespread appeal.

Variations[edit]

There are several variations of the tornado potato:

Cheese Tornado Potato: Topped with melted cheese or cheese powder.
Spicy Tornado Potato: Seasoned with chili powder or hot sauce.
Sweet Tornado Potato: Coated with sugar or cinnamon for a sweet twist.

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-'''Tornado potato''' (also known as '''twist potato''', '''tornado fries''', '''twisted chips''' or '''spiral potato''') is a popular [[street food]] in [[South Korea]], where it is known as ''hurigoguma'' (휘리고구마). This dish is a deep-fried spiral-cut whole potato on a skewer, brushed with various seasonings such as onion, cheese, or honey.
+== Tornado Potato ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Hoeori-gamja_1.jpg|thumb|right|A tornado potato being prepared at a street food stall.]]
-The exact origin of the tornado potato is unclear, but it is believed to have been invented in South Korea in the late 20th century. It quickly gained popularity as a street food and has since spread to other countries, including the United States, where it is often found at fairs and carnivals.
+A '''tornado potato''', also known as a '''twist potato''', '''spiral potato''', or '''tornado fries''', is a popular street food snack that originated in [[South Korea]]. It consists of a whole [[potato]] that is cut into a spiral shape, skewered on a stick, and then deep-fried until crispy. The snack is often seasoned with various flavors such as [[cheese]], [[chili]], or [[barbecue]] seasoning.
 == Preparation ==
-To prepare a tornado potato, a whole potato is skewered and then cut in a spiral shape. The potato is then spread out along the skewer to resemble a tornado, hence the name. It is then deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. After frying, it can be dusted with various seasonings, such as cheese, onion, or honey. Some variations may also include a coating of batter before frying.
+The preparation of a tornado potato involves several steps:
+# '''Spiral Cutting''': The potato is first skewered onto a long stick. A special spiral cutter is used to slice the potato into a continuous spiral shape while keeping it intact on the skewer.
+# '''Frying''': The skewered potato is then deep-fried in hot oil until it becomes golden brown and crispy.
+# '''Seasoning''': After frying, the tornado potato is seasoned with a variety of flavors. Common seasonings include [[salt]], [[pepper]], [[garlic powder]], and flavored powders such as [[cheese]] or [[barbecue]].
+== Popularity ==
+Tornado potatoes have gained popularity not only in South Korea but also in other parts of the world. They are commonly found at [[street food]] markets, [[fairs]], and [[festivals]]. The visual appeal of the spiral shape and the customizable flavors contribute to their widespread appeal.
 == Variations ==
-There are many variations of the tornado potato worldwide. In the United States, it is often served with a dusting of cheese powder and is a popular food at fairs and carnivals. In South Korea, it is often served with a coating of honey and sesame seeds. Other variations may include a dusting of spicy seasoning or a coating of batter before frying.
+There are several variations of the tornado potato:
+* '''Cheese Tornado Potato''': Topped with melted cheese or cheese powder.
+* '''Spicy Tornado Potato''': Seasoned with chili powder or hot sauce.
+* '''Sweet Tornado Potato''': Coated with sugar or cinnamon for a sweet twist.
-== See also ==
+== Related pages ==
-* [[List of deep fried foods]]
-* [[List of potato dishes]]
 * [[Street food]]
+* [[Potato]]
+* [[Deep frying]]
+* [[South Korean cuisine]]
 [[Category:Street food]]
+[[Category:South Korean cuisine]]
 [[Category:Potato dishes]]
-[[Category:South Korean cuisine]]
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