Easy Homemade French Fries
Total Time
40 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Rating
4.63 out of 5 stars
(8)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 2½ pounds (1.13 kg) Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed, dried, sides squared off, and cut lengthwise into ¼-inch by ¼-inch batons
- 6 cups (1.3 l) peanut oil
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine the potatoes and the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Cook over high heat until oil has reached a rolling boil, about 5 minutes. Continue to cook, without stirring, until potatoes are limp but exteriors are beginning to firm, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, line a baking sheet with a double layer of paper towels.
Step 2
Using tongs, stir potatoes, gently scraping up any that stick, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crisp, 5 to 10 minutes longer. Using a skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer fries to paper towel-lined baking sheet. Season with salt (and pepper, if desired) and serve immediately.
Step 3
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Chef's notes
Do not use sweet potatoes or russet potatoes; the starch content won't hold up to frying in this manner.
