Jun 09 2026
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Fresh Hand Cut Fries Recipe

Inspired by Thirsty Lion
Time1h
Serves4

With peppercorn ranch & Sriracha fry sauce.

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Ingredients

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Fries

Peppercorn Ranch Dressing

Sriracha Fry Sauce

Method

Preparing the Fries

  1. 1

    Cutting the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick, to create the fries.

  2. 2

    Soaking the Potatoes

    Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

  3. 3

    Heating the Oil

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Frying the Potatoes

    Carefully add a batch of the dried fries to the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt while hot.

Making the Peppercorn Ranch Dressing

  1. 5

    Mixing Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill, garlic powder, crushed black peppercorns, and salt. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.

  2. 6

    Chill the Dressing

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Making the Sriracha Fry Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.

  2. 8

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the sauce and adjust the salt or Sriracha according to your preference.

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