Fry in two stages:
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or frying pan at 160oC (320oF).
Fry the potatoes in small quantities for about 5 to 6 minutes until they are lightly golden but not crispy. Remove them and let them drain on a plate covered with absorbent paper.
Allow the potatoes to stand for about 10 minutes to cool and take.
Then, fry the potatoes again at 180oC (350oF) for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Season and serve:
While the potatoes are still warm, season them with salt to your liking and, if you like, add garlic powder, pepper or even fresh rosemary for a special touch.
Serve the French fries immediately to enjoy their crisp texture.
Service and conservation advice
Fries are perfect for accompanying hamburgers, meats or as a snack alone.
If you want to keep them crisp longer, place them on a grid rather than a plate to prevent them from becoming soaked.
Keep the leftovers in a sealed container in a refrigerator. To warm them up, you can put them in the oven at medium temperature so that they find their crisp.
Variants
Spicy fries: add paprika, cumin or cayenne pepper to your seasoning for a spicy touch.
Neighborhoods: Cut the potatoes into quarters (without peeling them) and follow the same process for crisp fried fries with a different texture.
Oven fried: If you prefer a lighter option, you can bake the fried in the oven instead of frying them. Just coated them with oil and bake them in the oven at 200oC (400oF) until they are crisp, about 30 to 35 minutes, turning them around halfway through cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I make fries without soaking them?
It is possible, but soaking them makes them crispier. If you do not have time, you can skip this step, but the result will not be the same.
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