Jul 14 2026
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French Fries, Garden Salad Recipe

Inspired by Lil Rays
Time1h
Serves4

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

Method

French Fries

  1. 1

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Peel the potatoes if desired, then cut them into thin strips about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    Fry the Potatoes

    Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels. Carefully add a batch of the potato strips to the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.

  5. 5

    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

  1. 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.

  2. 7

    Combine the Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.

  3. 8

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  4. 9

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well coated.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Transfer the garden salad to serving plates or bowls and enjoy alongside the freshly made French fries.

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