French Fries Recipe

Name: French Fries
Prep time: 45 minutes (including soaking time for potatoes)
Cook time: 7 minutes
Yield: 2
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: potatoes: 150g; vegetable oil: 15g

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French fries, a classic and globally beloved snack, are simple yet irresistible. This dish involves deep-frying sliced potatoes until they're golden, crispy, and tender on the inside. While popular as a side dish, French fries can also be enjoyed on their own, usually seasoned with salt. Prepared correctly, they offer a delightful texture and taste that's hard to beat. Given their method of preparation, French fries can be relatively high in calories and fats due to the frying process. However, by carefully managing the oil temperature and the frying time, it's possible to achieve a delicious result that's not overly greasy.

🌎 French: Side Dish

🔥 Calories 350kcal
🍗 Protein 4g
🍚 Carbs 45g
🧈 Fat 18g

🥗 Ingredients:

potatoes (150g)
vegetable oil (15g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 7 minutesPreperation Time: 45 minutes (including soaking time for potatoes)

Preparing the Potatoes

1. Select medium-sized potatoes. Peel them if you prefer fries without skin or leave the skin on for extra texture and nutrition. 2. Slice the potatoes into strips, trying to keep them evenly sized so they cook uniformly. 3. Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps in achieving a crisper fry. 4. Drain and dry the potato strips thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Excess moisture can cause the oil to splatter during frying.

Frying the Potatoes

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a deep skillet to 180°C (356°F). Use a thermometer to ensure accuracy. 2. Fry the potatoes in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan, which can lower the oil's temperature and result in soggy fries. 3. Fry until they are golden brown and crisp, typically taking about 5-7 minutes. Adjust frying time based on thickness and preference. 4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fries from the oil, draining them on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil. 5. Season with salt immediately after frying while they are still hot.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

Calories: Approximately 350 kcal, Protein: Approximately 4 grams, Carbs: Approximately 45 grams, Fat: Approximately 18 grams. French fries are a source of carbohydrates and fats. They also contain some protein and can provide dietary fiber, especially if the skin is left on the potatoes.