How To Make Chef John’s French Fries
Fries don’t always have to be the regular, straight-cut potatoes. Not only are they the best go-to snack for many, but they also they pair excellently with other meals as a fun add-on. Have some not-so-ordinary fries with these best fries recipes.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Rinse the potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.
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Place the fries in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes.
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Drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Fry the potatoes in small batches for about 5 minutes, until they are pale and soft but not brown.
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Remove the fries with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
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Increase the heat of the oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Fry the potatoes again in small batches for about 3-4 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Remove the fries from the oil and transfer them to the wire rack to drain excess oil.
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Season the fries with salt while they are still hot.
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Place the wire rack with the fries in the preheated oven to keep them warm and crisp.
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Serve the French fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 367kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 82mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 55g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 2g
- Protein : 5g
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