Gravy Fries Recipe
Roast beef gravy, gruyére, pickled chiles
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Ingredients
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Fries
Gravy
Toppings
Method
Fries
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips to create fries.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the cut potatoes to the hot oil in batches, frying until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- 4
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with salt while still hot.
Gravy
- 5
Make the Roux
In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour to create a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes until it turns a light golden color.
- 6
Add Beef Broth
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook, whisking constantly, until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 7
Season the Gravy
Stir in black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and salt. Allow the gravy to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Gravy Fries
Take a serving of fries and place them on a plate. Generously ladle the hot beef gravy over the fries.
- 9
Add Toppings
Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese over the gravy fries and add pickled chiles to taste.
- 10
Serve Immediately
Serve the gravy fries hot, garnished with extra pickled chiles if desired.