Jul 14 2026
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Hand-cut Beer Battered Fries Recipe

Inspired by Porch Kitchen & Bar
Time1h
Serves4

Crispy fries served with your choice of dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fries

Beer Batter

Method

Preparing the Potatoes

  1. 1

    Cutting the Fries

    Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut each potato into thick strips (about ½ inch wide) to form fries.

  2. 2

    Soaking the Fries

    Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch and makes them crispier.

Making the Beer Batter

  1. 3

    Mixing the Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well combined.

  2. 4

    Adding the Beer

    Gradually pour in the beer while whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Set aside.

Frying the Fries

  1. 5

    Heating the Oil

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 6

    Drying the Fries

    Drain the soaked fries and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.

  3. 7

    Coating and Frying

    Dip the dried fries into the beer batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fries into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.

  4. 8

    Draining

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fries from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Season with salt and pepper immediately.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plating

    Serve the crispy beer-battered fries hot with your choice of dipping sauce.