Basket Of Hand-cut Fries Recipe
Enjoy a generous basket of our freshly hand-cut fries, perfectly seasoned and fried to golden crispness.
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Ingredients
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Fries
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preparing the Potatoes
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into even strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
- 3
Drying the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 4
Heating the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Frying the Potatoes
Carefully add the dried potato strips to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Draining and Seasoning
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to taste.
- 7
Serving
Transfer the fries to a serving basket and enjoy hot.
