Golden Turmeric Fries with Coriander and Mint Dip elevates the classic comfort food of chips (fries) to an impressive appetiser, party canape or as a tasty snack to enjoy with friends and family.
Let’s start with the Coriander and Mint Dip. I love herbs and grow a couple of types of mint in my garden. This year for the first time, I have been growing Korean Mint which has a slight liquorice flavour.
I haven’t dared put it outside yet, as the weather has been variable however it is growing very well on the kitchen windowsill. It doesn’t have a strong minty flavour, so if you don’t have any you can simply add an extra 10 g of coriander leaves.
The dip is really easy to make as you just throw all the ingredients into a blender and whizz it up. It will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
I made the Coriander and Mint Dip in the small jug of my power blender. This is great for small quantities and thicker mixes as it has rotating blades that scrape down the mixture from the sides of the blender.
Turmeric
Turmeric is really ‘on trend’ in the food world, however, it’s anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic properties have been known for thousands of years as part of Ayurvedic medicine.
The yellow colour comes from curcumin this gives the potatoes in this recipe a lovely golden colour and an early flavour. Turmeric is the spice that gives curry much of its colour. It has a peppery, earthy taste, which works well with the potato of the Golden Turmeric Fries.
Make your Golden Turmeric Fries (chips) look extra special. Cut them really square and in even sizes, soak for 30 minutes in cold water, then dry on a clean tea towel.
Add oil and dried turmeric to a plastic bag. Add the potato sticks and move them around until they are coated and golden.
Pre-heat the air fryer and add the fries in a single layer. Select the fries setting and halfway through the cooking, give the fries a bit of a stir.
Make a larger batch of Golden Turmeric Fries
To make a larger batch take the fries out of the Air Fryer 5 minutes before the end of cooking. Re-fry at 220C for 5-8 minutes. just before serving
If you don’t have an air fryer follow the alternative instructions on the recipe card.
Salad Dressing
Coriander and Mint Dip makes a brilliant addition to a salad dressing. Add one teaspoon to two tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar. Whizz in the blender or shake it up and you have really flavourful dressing with no need for extra seasoning.
More Air Fryer Snacks and Bites
Try these other Turmeric recipes from Top UK Bloggers:
- Golden Banana, Turmeric and Maple Syrup Smoothie – Kavey Eats
- Spiced Parsnip Spinach Soup with Apple and Turmeric – Tin & Thyme
- Easy Baked Beans with Turmeric – Veggie Desserts
- Golden Turmeric Latte – Tin & Thyme
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Golden Turmeric Fries with Coriander and Mint Dip
Ingredients
For the fries (chips)
- 1 large potato peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon rapeseed oil
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha hot sauce
- Plastic bag
For the Coriander and Mint Dip
- 15 grams fresh mint leaves
- 15 grams fresh coriander leaves
- 10 grams fresh Korean Mint leaves use extra coriander if you don’t have Korean Mint
- 1 sachet 50g coconut cream
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
- 1/2 a small clove of garlic
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
For the Fries
- Cut the potato into even sized chips/fries, place in a bowl and cover with water, leave for 30 minutes.
- Drain the chips/fries and dry in a clean tea towel or kitchen paper.
- Put the oil and turmeric into the plastic bag, add the chips and move around until they are covered and golden yellow.
- Pre-heat the HealthyFry and choose the ‘fries’ preset
- Add the chips to the HealthyFry and start the programme.
For the Coriander and Mint Dip
- Place all ingredients into mini jug of the blender, blend until combined. Using a spatula, decant into a bowl. If the mixture is too thick add more yogurt or a little coconut milk.
- To cook the fries in the oven
- Pre-heat the oven to 200C, place the golden turmeric fries in a single layer on an oven tray, bake for 25-30 minutes, check after 15 minutes and turn the fries over.
Kavey Favelle says
Wow, those do look good, such a beautiful colour of course, and a good way to include turmeric in the diet too.
Janice Pattie says
They were rather delicious, Kavey. I’d definitely try coating the chips with other spices too.
Helen @ family-friends-food.com says
They look beautiful and the dip sounds deliciously fresh – lovely for the summer.
Thanks for linking up with #OnePotato Two Potato.
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Helen, I’ve been meaning to link up for a while but never had a potato recipe to suit!
Lucy says
This looks and sounds so good Janice, and the HealthyFry looks so handy for making healthy chips. I love turmeric and I bet the herby dip sets it off wonderfully!
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Lucy, yes I really love my HealthyFry it’s used a lot and not just for chips!
Emma @ Adventures of a London Kiwi says
These tumeric fries sound utterly gorgeous – and such a lovely twist on a classic!
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Emma, they were very tasty.
Jacqueline Meldrum says
Oh yum! Those look good and dip too, oh yes please. I will have to try these.
Janice Pattie says
Thanks, Jac. I love my HealthyFry.
kellie@foodtoglow says
I’ve got an Optimum 9400 Froothie blender but not the air fryer. I think I need it as this looks awesome (a longtime fan of turmeric) and I don’t fry things as a general rule.
Janice Pattie says
I never thought I would use it as much as I have, Kellie. It is ideal for so many things.
munchies and munchkins says
These look incredible. This Healthy Fry looks so handy x
Janice Pattie says
Thanks, it definitely is handy.
Karen says
I LOVE turmeric in all types of cooking, but especially with spuds! These chips look amazing Janice, who cannot resist a hot chip and dip eh?
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Karen, they are difficult to resist but not too naughty cooked in the HealthyFry
Choclette says
That air fryer makes awesome chips. Love your turmeric coating, it’s given them a lovely colour and as you know I’m rather a fan of this golden spice. The dip sounds rather awesome too. Have shared all over and will try and make it – if ever I can get my hands on some decent coriander that is! Thanks for linking up to my recipes.
Janice Pattie says
Thanks, Choclette. I think you inspired me to use turmeric in something other than a curry! Pity you weren’t closer as I have loads of Korean Mint plants they are taking over!
Jo @ Jo's Kitchen Larder says
This is perfect duo! Love the turmeric fries and vibrant green dip. I like how the fries look so beautifully crisp and not at all stodgy. x
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Jo, I can’t stand soggy fries either, they do crisp up really well in the HealthyFry.
Claire Jessiman says
I really need to get into the whole Turmeric think. I’ve kinda missed the boat so far! Love your backdrop and props in this post.
Janice Pattie says
Thanks Claire, made the board myself and the props rummaged from my many cupboards!