How to make Perfect French Fries

Takes 60 minutes | Serves 4 |

Making perfect French fries involves key steps to ensure they're crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This method is widely acclaimed for achieving the ultimate French fry texture.

Ingredients

500 g

1 L

Steps

Preparation

Choose the Right Potatoes: Use Russet potatoes for their high starch content, aiding in a crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
Cut Evenly: Cut your potatoes into evenly sized sticks, about 1/4 inch in thickness.
Soak in Cold Water: Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes or up to a few hours to remove excess starch.
Dry Thoroughly: After soaking, dry the potatoes thoroughly with a clean towel.

Frying

Fry twice. The secret to peerfect French Fries is double frying. First Fry (Blanching): Fry the potatoes at a lower temperature of about 150°C for about 4-5 minutes. This process is called blanching and it cooks the potato without giving it color.
Cool down: Remove the fries from the oil, drain them on a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels, and let them cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Increase oil temperature: Increase the oil temperature to 190°C for the second fry. The higher temperature will give the fries their golden color and crispy texture.

Nutritional Information

300 calories per serving