Homemade French Fries

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Craving crispy, golden French fries? You can make them at home with just a few simple ingredients. All you need are Russet potatoes, vegetable oil, and salt. The key to perfect homemade fries is double-frying them at two different temperatures.

To start, cut your potatoes into fry shapes and soak them in cold water. This removes excess starch for crispier fries. Then pat them dry and fry in batches at 300°F for a few minutes. After that initial fry, crank the heat up to 400°F for a second fry. This double-fry method gives you fries that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Exact Ingredients List

To make homemade french fries, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients:

• 6 large Russet potatoes
• 6 cups vegetable oil (you can also use canola or peanut oil)
• Kosher salt to taste

These amounts will make a good-sized batch of fries. If you want to make more or less, you can adjust the recipe:

Serving Size	Potatoes	Oil	Salt
1x	6	6 cups	To taste
2x	12	12 cups	To taste
3x	18	18 cups	To taste

Russet potatoes are the best choice for crispy fries. They’re starchy and will give you that perfect texture you’re looking for.

Remember, you can always add more salt at the end if needed. It’s better to start with less and add more later.

Instructions

Cut the potatoes into fry shapes using a mandoline or knife. Put the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for an hour.

Rinse the fries and dry them well with paper towels. Heat the oil to 300°F in a deep fryer or large pot.

Fry the potatoes in small batches for 3-4 minutes. They should still look pale when done. Take them out and put them on a rack or paper towels.

Turn up the heat to 400°F. Fry each batch again for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Put the hot fries in a bowl and sprinkle with salt right away. Toss to coat.

Spread the fries on paper towels. Repeat the process with the rest of the batches. Your homemade fries are now ready to enjoy!

Possible Substitutes List & Recipe Variations

You can try different potato types for your homemade fries. Yukon Gold potatoes make creamier fries, while sweet potatoes offer a healthier twist.

For the oil, you have options:

• Peanut oil
• Canola oil
• Sunflower oil

These oils work well for frying due to their high smoke points.

Want to spice things up? Try these seasoning ideas:

• Garlic powder
• Paprika
• Cajun seasoning
• Ranch seasoning mix

You can also experiment with cooking methods:

1. Air fryer: Use less oil for a healthier option
2. Oven-baked: Toss fries in oil and bake at 425°F for 30-35 minutes
3. Grilled: Place fries in a foil packet on the grill

For a fun twist, try cutting your potatoes into different shapes:

• Waffle fries
• Curly fries
• Steak fries

Remember to adjust cooking times based on the thickness of your fries.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the crispiest fries, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least an hour. This removes extra starch and helps them crisp up nicely.

Use a thermometer to check the oil temperature. The right heat is key for perfect fries. Too cold and they’ll be greasy, too hot and they’ll burn.

Don’t overcrowd the fryer. Fry in small batches so the oil stays hot and the fries cook evenly.

Add salt right after frying while the fries are still hot. The salt will stick better this way.

Try different seasonings! Garlic powder, paprika, or ranch seasoning can add fun flavors to your fries.

To store leftovers, let the fries cool completely. Put them in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.

When reheating, spread fries on a baking sheet and warm in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. This helps keep them crispy.

You can freeze extra fries too. After the first fry, let them cool and freeze on a tray. Once frozen, move to a freezer bag. They’ll keep for up to 3 months.