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A simple way to make French fries at home using real potatoes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
For:
4
serving(s)
2largepotatoes, preferably Yukon Gold potatoes or russet potatoes
1tbspdistilled white vinegar, plus more for boiling
1tspsalt, plus more for boiling
water, enough to soak and boil the potatoes
1tspgranulated sugar
cornstarch, as needed for coating
vegetable oil, or canola oil for frying
Nutrition Facts
French Fries
Serving Size
65 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
147
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.2
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.05
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.003
g
Sodium
593
mg
26
%
Potassium
777
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
33
g
11
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
4
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
36
mg
44
%
Calcium
23
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Equipments
1 vegetable peeler
1 cutting board
1 chef’s knife
1 large mixing bowl
1 large pot
1 colander
1 deep pot or deep skillet
1 slotted spoon
1 kitchen thermometer
1 paper towel-lined plate
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Directions
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Peel the potatoes, then cut them into thick slices. Slice each piece into strips to make French fries.
Place the potato strips in a large bowl. Add salt, distilled white vinegar, and enough water to cover the potatoes.
Mix well with your hands, then let the potatoes soak for 10 minutes. Salt and vinegar help keep the potatoes from turning brown.
After soaking, rinse the potatoes under cold running water to remove excess starch.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a little salt and distilled white vinegar.
Add the potato strips and boil until they look slightly translucent but are not too soft.
Drain the potatoes, then rinse them again under cold running water. Let them drain well.
Add the granulated sugar and gently toss until the fries are lightly coated.
Sprinkle in the cornstarch a little at a time, tossing until each potato strip is evenly coated.
Heat the oil in a deep pot or deep skillet to about 325°F. Add the coated fries and let them cook for a little while before stirring so the coating can set.
Fry until lightly golden, then remove with a slotted spoon and drain.
Increase the oil temperature to about 375°F. Fry the potatoes again for about 30 seconds, or until extra crispy and golden brown.
Remove the fries and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
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