Unfried French Fries
Say goodbye to greasy fast-food fries and hello to the golden, crispy perfection of Unfried French Fries! This healthier, oven-baked alternative delivers all the crunch and flavor you crave without the guilt. Made with simple ingredients like russet potatoes, olive oil, and a delectable blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, these fries are crisped to perfection with a secret trick—coating them in cornstarch for extra crunch. Perfectly roasted in the oven, these guilt-free fries are easy to make and ready in under an hour, making them an ideal side dish or snack. Enjoy them on their own or pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat you’ll make again and again! Keywords: unfried french fries, oven-baked fries, healthy french fries, crispy baked fries, homemade fries recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the russet potatoes (if preferred) and cut them into evenly sized fries, about 1/4-inch thick.
Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 10 minutes. This helps remove excess starch for a crisper texture.
Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the dry potatoes with cornstarch until evenly coated. This will help them get extra crispy.
Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
Add the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mixing bowl. Toss again to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Spread the fries out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching. Overcrowding will result in soggy fries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove the sheet from the oven and flip the fries over to ensure even cooking.
Return the fries to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fries from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with additional salt to taste before enjoying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2365 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 93 mg | 2% | |
*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.
