Wet Fries Recipe
Our famous diner fries topped with brown gravy.
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Ingredients
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Fries
Brown Gravy
Method
Fries
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 3
Dry the Fries
Drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove any moisture.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the dried fries to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- 6
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.
Brown Gravy
- 7
Melt the Butter
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- 8
Make the Roux
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- 9
Add the Broth
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
- 10
Season the Gravy
Stir in the soy sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.
Assembly
- 11
Combine and Serve
Place a generous portion of fries on a plate and ladle the hot brown gravy over the top. Serve immediately.
