Description

Create a festive atmosphere this Halloween with Spooky Halloween Skull Potatoes! These fun, carved mini potatoes are not only visually striking but also packed with bold flavors that will delight your guests. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, they feature a crispy exterior and tender interior, enhanced by a savory garlic and paprika seasoning blend. Easy to make and customizable, these spooky treats are sure to be the highlight of your Halloween celebration!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ pounds red mini creamer potatoes
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 385°F (196°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the potatoes and set them aside on a clean towel.
In a bowl, mix cold water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Carve skull faces into each potato using a paring knife, placing them in the lemon water to prevent browning.
In another bowl, combine olive oil, remaining lemon juice, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
Drain the potatoes and toss them in the seasoning mixture until coated.
Place the potatoes on the baking sheet with skull faces facing up and bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and tender.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 2 skull potatoes (90g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Choose firm mini potatoes for easy carving. Soaking in lemon water helps maintain color and adds flavor. Feel free to experiment with toppings like sour cream or fresh herbs for added flair.