Jul 14 2026

French Fries Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Crispy golden fries, served with ketchup.

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Ingredients

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Fries

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into even-sized thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Soak the Potatoes

    Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  3. 3

    Dry the Potatoes

    Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Potatoes

    Carefully add the dried potato strips to the hot oil in batches, frying them for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Drain and Season

    Remove the fries from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. While still hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve the crispy fries hot with ketchup on the side.

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