Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Easier French Fries are the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4–5 cups vegetable oil (for frying; can use canola, peanut, or sunflower oil)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs (optional — parsley, chives, or thyme)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Peel (optional) and cut the potatoes into ¼-inch batons, keeping the pieces uniform.
- Rinse the cut potatoes under cold water until the water runs clearer, then soak them in cold water for 30 minutes.
- Drain and pat the potatoes completely dry with a towel.
- Heat the oil to 325°F (165°C) in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven.
- Fry the potatoes in batches for 8–10 minutes until light golden and cooked through.
- Transfer fries to a tray lined with paper towels to drain and season immediately with kosher salt.
- For extra crispness, raise the oil to 375°F (190°C) and re-fry the fries for 1–2 minutes, then drain and season again.
- While still hot, sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs or garlic powder/paprika if using.
- Serve hot and enjoy immediately.
Notes
For a healthier option, par-cook the potatoes and bake at 450°F instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 6.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg