French Fries, Garden Salad Recipe
Make French Fries, Garden Salad Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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French Fries
Garden Salad
Method
French Fries
- 1
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Soak the Potatoes
Place the cut potato strips in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch, resulting in crispier fries.
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Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can check the temperature using a kitchen thermometer.
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Season and Serve
Remove the fries with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Garden Salad
- 6
Prepare the Vegetables
Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner or paper towels. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber and red onion thinly.
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Combine the Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
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Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 9
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated.
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Serve
Transfer the garden salad to serving plates or bowls and enjoy alongside the freshly made French fries.
