Meet the tastiest potato recipe to come through our Test Kitchen this year. Australian-style potato scallops are tender, golden, and utterly delicious. We'll show you how to make this favorite at home, including tips for making the lightest batter.

What Are Australian Potato Scallops?

Potato scallops are popular at restaurants across Australia. They are also called potato fritters or potato cakes. You'll commonly see them at shops that sell fish and chips. Potato scallops are slices of cooked potato that's battered and deep-fried. Try serving them with chicken salt, as they do in Australia!

Potato Scallop Ingredients

Here's a look at what you'll need to make homemade potato scallops. There are three main components to the dish.

• Potatoes: Our Test Kitchen recipe testers preferred the flavor and texture of Russet potatoes in this recipe. You'll need about 4 medium-sized potatoes.
• Batter: To make the light batter, mix up flour, baking powder, salt, and club soda. The carbonation helps ensure the batter stays light and fries up crispy.
• Oil: Choose a neutral oil for frying, like vegetable oil. You can also use shortening.
  

How to Serve Australian-Style Potato Scallops

You can serve potato scallops with your favorite dipping sauce. Our recipe testers tried them with ketchup, mayo, ranch dressing, and mustard. They're all delicious. Our Test Kitchen recommends you avoid dunking or tossing them in sauce, as they'll get soggy quickly. Serve them alongside your favorite main dish, along with a fresh green salad or roasted veggies.