FRENCH FRIES
The secret of delectable fries lies in the frying process. The oil needs to be just the right temperature-too cool, the potatoes will absorb the oil; too hot, the outsides of the potatoes will burn.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Peel potatoes, and cut into desired size and shape. To make thick French fries, slice potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices, and cut again into 1/4-inch strips. For shoestring potatoes, use a mandoline fitted with the fine julienne blade. Make basket-weave-style fries by fitting the mandoline with the fluted cutting blade; rotate the potato 90 degrees between each pass over the blade. Place sliced potatoes in a large nonreactive bowl, and cover with water.
- Drain potatoes, and dry thoroughly with a towel. Heat 3 to 4 inches oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Use a thermometer to ensure the temperature is correct: 325 degrees for French fries, 375 degrees for shoestring and basket-weave fries.
- Carefully add potatoes to oil in small batches so as not to lower the temperature of the oil. Cook shoestring and basket-weave potatoes for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally. French fries need to cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally. They will not take on much color at this point.
- Transfer to a flattened brown paper bag that has been lined with paper towels, and let cool for a few minutes or until just before ready to serve. French fries need to be fried a second time: Raise oil temperature to 375 degrees. and fry for until crisp and golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from oil, and drain again on the paper bag. Sprinkle with salt, and serve.
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[email protected]The fries were good, but they weren't as crispy as I would have liked.
Hridoy Das
[email protected]These fries were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would try baking them next time.
Corey Kuhn
[email protected]I love this recipe! The fries are always crispy and delicious. I've also tried making them with different types of potatoes, and they always turn out great.
Kiara Iyida
[email protected]These fries were delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes, and they were perfectly crispy. I served them with ketchup and mustard, and they were a hit.
Kevin Richardson
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it always turns out great. The fries are always crispy and delicious. I love that they're baked instead of fried, so they're a bit healthier.
Cheslin Louw
[email protected]These fries were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
ocean moore
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The fries were crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.
puja Saha
[email protected]These fries were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.
MD.Azizul Hakim Azizul
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my fries didn't turn out crispy at all. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Akhpal Khan
[email protected]The fries were good, but they weren't as crispy as I would have liked.
ariadna abella
[email protected]These fries were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would try baking them next time.
Md Japor
[email protected]I love this recipe! The fries are always crispy and delicious. I've also tried making them with different types of potatoes, and they always turn out great.
Khayyam Shah
[email protected]These fries were delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes, and they were perfectly crispy. I served them with ketchup and mustard, and they were a hit.
Ben Page
[email protected]I was really impressed with this recipe. The fries were crispy and flavorful, and they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.
Tyler Larson
[email protected]These fries were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I used a combination of russet and sweet potatoes, and the result was perfect. The fries were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making these again.
Jassi Gill
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it always turns out great. The fries are always crispy and delicious. I love that they're baked instead of fried, so they're a bit healthier.
iitsgaby
[email protected]These fries were amazing! They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I used russet potatoes, and they turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.