Easy Fries
Crispy, golden perfection is just minutes away with this Easy Fries recipe, your new go-to method for indulgently homemade French fries. Made with just four simple ingredients—plump Russet potatoes, vegetable oil, salt, and optional seasonings—these fries are transformed into a restaurant-quality snack using the double-fry technique. Soaking the potato strips beforehand ensures irresistibly crisp results, while frying them twice guarantees a crunchy exterior and fluffy interior. Whether served as a snack, a side dish, or a party favorite, these fries are easy to customize with your favorite seasonings, from smoky paprika to garlicky goodness. Ready in under an hour and perfect for four servings, these homemade fries elevate comfort food to a whole new level. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to homemade simplicity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Optional seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, etc.)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes (optional, if you prefer skin-on fries, leave the skin intact).
Cut the potatoes into evenly sized strips, about 1/4-inch thick.
Place the potato strips in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours). This removes excess starch and helps the fries turn crispy.
Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to a temperature of 325°F (165°C). Use a kitchen thermometer for accuracy.
Working in batches, fry the potato strips for about 3-4 minutes. The fries will still be pale at this stage. Remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.
Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Fry the potatoes a second time in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fries from the oil, drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and immediately sprinkle with salt and any desired seasonings.
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade easy fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 836.5 g | 1072% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.5 g | 598% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2529 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 6744 mg | 143% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
