Side Fries Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Rinse the cut potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch, then drain them well.
2
Soak Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to achieve a crispier texture.
3
Season Potatoes
After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. In a large bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Add the dried potatoes and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.

4
Heat Oil
In a large, deep pot or a deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
5
Fry Potatoes
Carefully add a handful of the seasoned potato strips into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry them for about 4-5 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fries and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
6
Repeat Frying
Continue frying the remaining potato strips in batches, allowing the oil to return to temperature between each batch.
7
Serve
Once all the fries are fried and crispy, sprinkle with additional salt to taste and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.