French Fries Recipe
Crispy golden fries, served with ketchup.
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Ingredients
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Fries
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into even-sized thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
- 3
Dry the Potatoes
Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 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
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
Serve
Serve the crispy fries hot with ketchup on the side.