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Ingredients
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Pommes Frites
Aioli
Method
Pommes Frites
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Rinse them in cold water to remove excess starch.
- 2
Soak the Potatoes
Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps achieve a crispier fry.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
- 5
Season
Sprinkle with salt while still hot. Serve immediately.
Aioli
- 6
Make the Aioli
In a bowl, mash the garlic cloves with a pinch of salt to form a paste. Add the egg yolk, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, and whisk until combined.
- 7
Emulsify
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until the mixture thickens and emulsifies. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.