Description
Perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, these golden-brown French fries taste just like your favorite diner. Once you make them at home, you’ll never go back.
Ingredients
Scale
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2 lb. russet potatoes
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6 cups vegetable or canola oil
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1 tbsp fine sea salt
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1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
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Wash and cut potatoes into evenly sized sticks.
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Soak potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes.
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Drain and dry potatoes thoroughly.
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Heat oil to 325°F and fry potatoes in batches for 4 to 5 minutes.
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Remove fries and let them rest for 10 minutes.
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Increase oil temperature to 375°F.
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Fry potatoes again until golden and crispy.
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Season immediately with salt and optional spices.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American