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Chef John's French Fries

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  • 40 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $2.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🥔 1 large russet potato, cut into evenly sized strips
    • 🧂 Salt to taste

STEPS

1

Soak potato strips in a large bowl of water for about 30 minutes.

2

Pat with paper towels until thoroughly dry.

3

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 275°F (135°C). Gently add potatoes to the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes, stirring and flipping the potatoes occasionally.

4

Use a slotted spoon to transfer potatoes to a paper towel-lined plate. Let cool completely.

5

Heat oil again to 350°F (175°C). Add potatoes and fry a second time until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.

6

Remove from the deep-fryer and blot with a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt to serve.

7

Enjoy!

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

386

Calories

  • 4g
    Protein
  • 32g
    Carbs
  • 27g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Cut the potato into evenly sized strips to ensure uniform cooking.Use a deep-fryer thermometer to maintain accurate oil temperatures.Soaking the potatoes removes excess starch and helps achieve crispiness.Pat the potatoes completely dry to avoid oil splattering.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.