Crispy Lemon Herb French Fries — Easy & Flavor-Packed Side Dish!

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious, while frozen fries can be more budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

Peel the russet potatoes (optional, can leave skin on).

Cut the peeled potatoes into 1/4 inch thick strips and add to a large mixing bowl.

Soak the potato strips in water for about 20 minutes or until the water turns murky to remove starches.

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Drain the water from the soaked potatoes.

Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp lemon juice to the potatoes.

Add 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried parsley, and 1/4 tsp dried Zoey to the bowl.

Mix the potatoes, olive oil, and seasonings with your hands to coat completely.

Spread the fries evenly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, ensuring none are overlapping.

Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F for 20 minutes.

Open the oven, flip the fries, and rotate the tray to ensure even crisping.

Bake again for another 10 to 20 minutes until crispy.

Once out of the oven, salt the fries to prevent sogginess.

Optionally, sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.

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