Low Fat Crispy Baked Fries
Transform your snack game with these irresistibly delicious Low Fat Crispy Baked Fries! This wholesome take on classic French fries combines the indulgent crunch you crave with a healthier twist, thanks to oven baking and minimal olive oil. Made from fresh Russet potatoes, these golden fries achieve their signature crispiness with the help of cornstarch and a bold seasoning mix featuring garlic powder, paprika, and a dash of pepper. They’re soaked to remove excess starch, ensuring the perfect texture, then roasted to perfection without any deep frying. Ready in under an hour and served piping hot, these guilt-free fries make the ultimate side dish, snack, or party appetizer. Whether you’re hosting game night or upgrading your family dinner, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Let’s ditch the fryer and dig into healthier comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor or crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized sticks about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking.
In a large bowl, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch, which makes the fries crispier.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove as much moisture as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Add the dried potato sticks to the bowl with the seasoning mixture and toss them until they are well coated.
Drizzle the olive oil over the seasoned potatoes and toss again to ensure they are evenly coated with oil.
Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there's space between each fry to allow even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then remove the baking sheet and use a spatula to flip the fries over.
Return the fries to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven, taste, and season with additional salt if needed. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2531 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.7 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 6776 mg | 144% | |
*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.
