Homemade Perfect French Fries 🍟 Recipe - Crispy Fried Potatoes 🥔

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious; frozen fries are budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier; canola oil is often cheaper.

Peel the russet potatoes using a peeler.

Soak the peeled potatoes in water to prevent browning while peeling the rest.

Cut the potatoes into quarter-inch sticks, using a firm grip on the knife and protecting fingers.

Drain the cut potatoes on a tray lined with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Blanch the potatoes in the hot oil for 30 seconds, then remove and drain on paper towels.

Dust the blanched potatoes with cornstarch and toss to coat evenly.

Place the coated potatoes on a tray and freeze for 30 minutes.

After freezing, check the oil temperature and ensure it is still at 350°F (175°C).

Fry the cold, coated potatoes in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Cook until the fries are golden brown and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.

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