Fries Or Tots Recipe
Classic French Fries or Crispy Tater Tots
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Ingredients
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For French Fries
For Tater Tots
Method
For French Fries
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the Russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
- 3
Dry the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry using paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the potatoes in batches to the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- 6
Season and Serve
Remove the fries from the oil, drain on paper towels, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
For Tater Tots
- 7
- 8
Shred the Potatoes
Once cooled, shred the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
- 9
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the shredded potatoes, cornstarch, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix well until combined.
- 10
Form the Tater Tots
Using your hands, form small cylindrical shapes with the potato mixture, about 1 inch long.
- 11
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 12
Fry the Tater Tots
Carefully drop the formed tater tots into the hot oil and fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 13
Drain and Serve
Remove the tater tots from the oil, drain on paper towels, and serve hot.
