Suan La Tu Dou Si is a Chinese hot-and-sour potato stir-fry made with thin potato strips, dried chilies, garlic, and vinegar. The potatoes are cooked briefly to retain a firm bite, giving this dish a different texture from soft roasted or mashed potatoes. Rice vinegar supplies the sourness, while dried red chilies provide adjustable heat.
The preparation matters as much as the cooking. Cut the potatoes into even, fine matchsticks, rinse away excess surface starch, and drain thoroughly before stir-frying. Have the garlic, chilies, and seasonings ready beside the stove because the cooking moves quickly. Serve immediately as a side dish with rice and other vegetables or a main course.
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Suan La Tu Dou Si (Hot & Sour Shredded Potatoes)
Cooking Instructions
- Rinse the potato strips under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly and pat away excess surface moisture
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over high heat.
- Add garlic and dried chilies and stir-fry for 10-15 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the potato strips and stir-fry for approximately 2-3 minutes, until cooked through but still crisp-tender. Check a strip and continue cooking if necessary.
- Add rice vinegar, soy sauce, and salt. Toss quickly to combine.
- Remove from heat and garnish with spring onion. Serve immediately.