French Fries Recipe

Inspired by Yard House

Time50m

Serves4

Crispy golden fries served with ketchup.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
3
Fry the Potatoes
Drain the soaked potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels. Fry the potatoes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 5-6 minutes or until they are golden brown.
4
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Serve
Serve the crispy golden fries hot with ketchup on the side.