Homemade French Fries

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Additional Time

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 25 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    337 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

Homemade French Fries

Crispy, golden, Homemade French Fries are better than any fries you might get at a burger joint or restaurant! Perfect french fries at home are easier than you might think using the simple techniques in this double-fried french fries recipe!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 russet potato
  • 2-3 quarts peanut oil about 8-12 cups, or vegetable oil, for frying
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel potatoes. Carefully slice off on side of each potato to create a flat surface, then slice the potato into 1/4" to 1/2" inch slices. Lay the slices flat and slice into 1/4" to 1/2" sticks.
  2. Place sliced potatoes in a large bowl filled with cold water and soak for at least 1 hour and up to overnight. Rinse well, then pat dry with a clean dish cloth or paper towels.
  3. Fill a large pot or dutch oven with a few inches of vegetable, canola, or peanut oil. Heat to 300°F. A candy thermometer that clips to the side of the pot is helpful for keeping the temperature consistent while frying french fries.
  4. Working in batches, fry a few handfuls of the sliced potatoes at a time for about 5-6 minutes, until cooked through but still very pale. Remove from the hot oil to a baking sheet lined with paper towel using a slotted spoon or tongs. Repeat with remaining potatoes.
  5. Once all of the potatoes have been partially fried, increase the heat to 400°F.
  6. Working in batches again, fry a few handfuls of the fries for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp on the outside. Transfer to another baking sheet lined with paper towel using a slotted spoon or tongs. Season with salt, tossing to season evenly. Repeat with remaining fries.
  7. Serve hot with ketchup or fry sauce for dipping.
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Notes

  • The oil temperature will drop when you add the cold potato sticks, so be careful not to overcrowd the pan, especially with the first fry.
  • Thinner-cut fries will cook faster and be crispier than if you cut thicker fries.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 337kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 77g (26%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 21mg (1%) Potassium 1776mg (38%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 4IU (0%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 337 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 337kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 77g 26%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 21mg 1%
Potassium 1776mg 38%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 4IU 0%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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