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Homemade French Fries
The trick to the best Homemade French Fries is a cold soak in water and two rounds of frying: a round to cook the potatoes and a round to make the fries crispy.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings (3 oz each)
Calories: 373 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes peeled and cut lengthwise into evenly sized 1/4-inch matchsticks (see note 1)
- 5 cups vegetable oil (see note 2)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In the bottom of a large bowl, add cut potatoes. Cover completely with cold water and soak for at least 15 minutes (up to 24 hours).
- Drain well and spread evenly on a clean kitchen towel, patting dry on top with a second towel. Toss and continue patting until the potatoes are mostly dry, then divide into 3 piles.
- Set a colander over a bowl for draining. In a Dutch oven, deep pot, or deep fryer, heat oil over medium-high heat to 330 degrees. Add 1/3 of the potatoes to the oil and cook 4 minutes. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer to the colander to drain.
- Return the oil temperature to 330 degrees and repeat with remaining potatoes, letting the grease drain for at least 10 minutes after the third batch.
- Increase the oil temperature to 350 degrees. Again working with 1/3 of the fries at a time, return to the oil and fry until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. If the oil temperature is higher than 350 degrees, the fries will brown quickly and should be removed to prevent scorching.
- Remove to a baking sheet, season with salt to taste, and repeat with remaining French fries.
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Notes
- Potatoes: Starchy Russet and Idaho potatoes are best for homemade fries. Since starches potatoes break down and darken when cooked, the fresher the potato, the better. Peeling is optional; leave the skins on for a more rustic look.
- Vegetable oil: Choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like canola, peanut, or grapeseed.
- Yield: 2 pounds of potatoes yields roughly 12 ounces of homemade fries, enough for 4 servings, 3 ounces each.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best results, reheat in an air-fryer or oven.
Nutrition Information
Serving
3 oz
Calories
373kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Sodium
9mg
(0%)
Potassium
709mg
(20%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
22mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (3 oz each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 373
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3 oz | |
| Calories | 373kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 709mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.