Potato Cannoli with Salsa Verde (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cannoli Shell
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6 large russet potatoes, washed and thinly sliced (24 slices total)
→ Filling
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3 cups instant mashed potato flakes
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3 cups boiling water
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2 1/3 cups whole milk
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Salsa Verde
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1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
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1/2 cup grapeseed or canola oil
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1/4 cup minced shallots
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1/2 cup high-quality sherry vinegar
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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Finely mince shallots and combine with sherry vinegar, kosher salt, oil, and chopped cilantro. Stir to blend; the mixture may separate. Season with additional salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Preheat oil in a deep fryer to 175°C. Spray metal cannoli molds with nonstick spray. Wrap each potato slice around a mold, securing the seam on the side. Place each prepared mold in a taco frying basket. Fry until golden and crisp, then remove and drain on paper towels. Cool slightly and carefully remove shells from molds. Repeat for all slices.
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In a saucepan, add butter and salt to boiling water. Remove from heat, pour in milk, and gradually stir in instant potato flakes. Fold in Parmesan cheese and ground nutmeg until the mixture is moist, creamy, and evenly combined. Add extra hot water or milk if needed for a softer consistency.
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Transfer the mashed potato filling to a pastry bag. Gently pipe the filling into each fried potato cannoli shell. Work quickly to prevent the shells from softening due to moisture. Keep filled cannoli warm if serving immediately.
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Arrange the filled cannoli on serving plates. Spoon the salsa verde over each cannoli or alongside. Optionally garnish with freshly ground black pepper, flaked salt, and extra shaved Parmesan cheese.
# Notes:
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For versatile appetizers, the filling can include different flavorings or additions such as lobster folded into the mashed potatoes.