Description
Learn how to make perfect homemade French fries with this easy recipe. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and seasoned to perfection. These fries are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into 1/4-inch thick sticks
Vegetable Oil:
- 4 cups for frying
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, or fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Soak cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
- First Fry: Heat oil to 325°F. Fry potatoes in batches for 3–4 minutes until soft but not browned. Drain.
- Second Fry: Increase oil temperature to 375°F. Fry potatoes again for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Season and Serve: Drain fries, sprinkle with salt and desired seasonings. Serve hot.
Notes
- Double-frying method yields the crispiest fries.
- Alternative methods: baking or air-frying with a bit of oil at 425°F for 30–35 minutes.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
