Tornado potato facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Twist(ed) potatoes, tornado fries |
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| Place of origin | Korea |
| Main ingredients | Potatoes, cooking oil |
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| Hangul |
회오리감자
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| Revised Romanization | hoeori-gamja |
| McCune–Reischauer | hoeori-kamja |
| IPA | [hwe̞.o.ɾi.ɡam.dʑa] |
Tornado potatoes (in Korean: Hangul: 회오리 감자; RR: hoeori gamja), also called twist potatoes or tornado fries, are a super popular and fun street food from South Korea. Imagine a whole potato, cut into a long spiral, then deep-fried until it's crispy and golden. It's served on a stick, just like a lollipop! This tasty snack was first created by Jeong Eun Suk of Agricultural Hoeori Inc.
What Makes Them Special?
Tornado potatoes get their name because they look like a mini tornado or a twisted spiral. After being fried, they are often brushed with yummy seasonings. You might find them with flavors like onion, cheese, or even a sweet honey glaze. Some versions are extra special and have pieces of sausage tucked in between the potato spirals, making them even more filling and delicious!
How Are They Made?
Making a tornado potato is quite clever! A special machine is used to cut a whole potato into one long, continuous spiral. This spiral stays attached, so it looks like a stretched-out spring. Then, the potato spiral is carefully put onto a skewer. After that, it's dipped into hot oil and deep-fried until it's perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Where Can You Find Them?
Tornado potatoes are a common sight at street food markets and festivals across South Korea. They are a favorite snack for people of all ages. Because they are easy to eat while walking, they are perfect for enjoying as you explore. You might even find similar twisted potato snacks in other parts of the world now!
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Tornado potatoes with sausages in the middle, sold in Seoul
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Tornado potatoes sold as street food
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Tornado potato machine
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