Oven Fries for Two
Crispy, golden, and perfectly seasoned, these Oven Fries for Two are the ultimate homemade side dish or snack. Made with just a handful of pantry staples, including hearty Russet potatoes, olive oil, and a blend of savory spices like paprika and garlic powder, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality fries straight from your oven. The secret lies in soaking the potato strips first to remove excess starch, ensuring a delightfully crisp exterior and fluffy interior. Ready in under an hour, these baked fries are customizable with optional fresh parsley garnish and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Say goodbye to greasy takeout and hello to healthier, irresistible fries designed just for two!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients, or peel them if preferred.
Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick strips, aiming for consistent sizing to ensure even cooking.
Place the potato strips in a large bowl and cover them with cold water. Let them soak for 20 minutes to remove excess starch and help them crisp up in the oven.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In the same bowl, toss the dried potato strips with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
Spread the potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they aren’t overlapping. This helps them crisp up rather than steam.
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the sheet, flip the fries with a spatula, and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Once done, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Adjust seasoning with additional salt to taste.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy your homemade oven fries for two!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
595 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1230 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1980 mg | 42% | |
*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.
