Low Fat Crispy Baked Potato Fries
Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Crispy Baked Potato Fries, an ultimate healthy twist on classic French fries! Made with hearty Russet potatoes, this recipe uses a minimal amount of olive oil and a flavorful spice blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper for the perfect balance of zesty seasoning. The secret to their unmatched crunch lies in soaking the sliced potatoes to remove excess starch and baking them to golden perfection in the oven—no deep frying required! Ready in under an hour, these crispy fries make the perfect low-fat snack or side dish that’s both satisfying and surprisingly wholesome. Serve them hot and enjoy their light, crunchy texture without the guilt! Keywords: crispy baked fries, low-fat potato fries recipe, oven-baked fries, healthy snack ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato into thin strips, aiming for an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
Soak the cut potato strips in a large bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch, improving the crispiness of the fries.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Ensure they are as dry as possible to achieve maximum crispiness.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry potato slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of paprika. Toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
Arrange the seasoned potato strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that none of the pieces overlap. This helps them bake evenly and get crispy.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the tray and use a spatula to carefully flip the fries to ensure even browning.
Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the fries to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving. This brief rest helps them firm up and crisp even more.
Serve immediately as a delicious low-fat side or snack and enjoy the perfect crunch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1278 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.1 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3922 mg | 83% | |
*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.
