If you’re like me, you can’t wait to try the new menu at Lamplight Lounge. Well that’s a partial truth, because I did get to taste the Potato Skins and Carne Asada Roll. Both “Pix and Bits” menu items were delicious but what I’m most excited for are the signature cocktails and the Chicken Sandwich. And the Lobster Nachos of course! Now, even if you don’t have plans to visit the Lounge in the near future, you can cook up one of their tasty dishes in your own home. Disney has been kind enough to share the recipe for the Lamplight Lounge Potato Skins so that everyone can experience a little bit of Pixar Pier wherever they live.
Lamplight Lounge — Potato Skins Recipe
Makes 12
Ingredients
POTATOES
- 8 cups cold water
- 9 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 shallots, peeled
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 lemon, halved
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt
- 1 pound small gold potatoes (12 small potatoes)
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Spanish paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne
CAPER YOGURT
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 1 (5.5 ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
SMOKED PAPRIKA AÏOLI
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 teaspoons chopped chives
- 1 clove garlic, minced
POTATO SKINS
- Canola oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup capers, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded Manchego cheese
- Micro cilantro
Directions
FOR POTATOES:
- Combine water, garlic, shallot, thyme, lemon, salt, and potatoes in stock pot. Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 12-15 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Drain potatoes and cool for 10 minutes.
- Combine cornstarch, paprika, and cayenne in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Smash potatoes gently between two baking sheets until they are in slightly flattened circles.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll smashed potatoes in cornstarch mix and coat on all sides. Place on parchment lined baking pan and freeze for at least 2 hours.
FOR CAPER YOGURT:
- Heat butter in small skillet over medium heat until melted. Add drained capers and cook for 5 minutes. Remove capers from butter and cool for 15 minutes.
- Combine Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, and salt in a small bowl. Add reserved capers. Season with pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
FOR SMOKED PAPRIKA AÏOLI:
- Combine mayonnaise, smoked paprika, lemon juice and zest, chives, and garlic in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
FOR POTATO SKINS:
- Preheat oil in deep fryer to 350°F.
- Drain capers and fry for 3-5 minutes, until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Remove potatoes from freezer and fry for 3 minutes, until crispy.
- Top potatoes with Manchego cheese, fried capers, and micro cilantro.
- Serve with caper yogurt and paprika aïoli.
How did your Potato Skins turn out? Did you change any of the ingredients? What Lamplight Lounge menu item are you most excited to try? Let us know!