Seasoned French Fries
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Seasoned French Fries are the ultimate snack or side dish upgrade! Made with russet potatoes and double-fried for that perfect crunch, these fries are elevated with a bold and zesty seasoning blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper. The key to their irresistible texture lies in soaking the potato sticks to remove excess starch and frying them twice for maximum crispiness. Tossed in the vibrant spices while still hot, these seasoned fries are ideal for serving with your favorite dipping sauces or as a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal. Perfectly crispy and wonderfully seasoned, these fries steal the show every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1.5 liters Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized sticks, about 1/4 inch thick. This ensures they cook evenly.
Rinse the potato sticks under cold water to remove excess starch. This helps in making them crispy.
Place the rinsed potato sticks in a bowl and cover them with cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes. If time allows, soak them for up to 2 hours for extra crispiness.
While the potatoes are soaking, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt in a bowl to create the seasoning blend. Set aside.
After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly using paper towels. This step is crucial for crisping the fries.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 320°F (160°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the accuracy of the temperature.
Carefully place the dried potato sticks into the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 3 to 4 minutes or until they start to soften but do not gain much color.
Remove the partially cooked fries using a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
Increase the heat of the oil to 375°F (190°C).
Refry the potatoes in batches for another 3 to 4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oil and drain briefly on paper towels.
While the fries are hot, toss them in a large bowl with the prepared seasoning blend until evenly coated. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
12567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1326.4 g | 1701% | |
| Saturated Fat | 189.5 g | 948% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 852.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4895 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.2 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 6925 mg | 147% | |
*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.
