Crispy Honey Chilli Potato Recipe With Less Oil And More Flavour

By Akshara

January 28, 2026

Honey chilli potatoes are known for being a go-to snack or starter, and this version focuses on crisp texture and a quick toss in sauce so the potatoes stay crunchy. Frying once at the right temperature and coating lightly helps reduce oil absorption.

Ingredients

3 medium potatoes, cut into fingers 2½ tbsp cornflour Oil for shallow or deep frying 1 tbsp oil for sauce 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic 1 tbsp soy sauce 1½ tbsp honey 1 tbsp chilli sauce ½ tsp vinegar 1 tsp sesame seeds Spring onions, chopped

Step 1

Toss potato fingers with cornflour and fry until crisp and golden.

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic briefly.

Step 3

Add soy sauce, honey, chilli sauce, and vinegar, cook until glossy.

Step 4

Add fried potatoes and toss quickly to coat evenly.

Step 5

Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions, serve immediately.