Homemade French Fries
Homemade french fries seasoned with salt and pepper
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Cost: $
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes peeled and sliced
- 3-4 cups of canola oil
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
Instructions
Preparing the potatoes:
- Peal the russet potatoes and cut into strips. Alternatively, use a french fry slicer for uniform fries.4 russet potatoes peeled and sliced
Cooking the Fries:
- In a dutch oven or deep fryer, add 3 cups of canola oil and heat to 350 degrees.3-4 cups of canola oil
- Next, in small batches ensuring not to overcrowd, add the potato strips and fry until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Make sure to stir the fries occasionally so they cook evenly and do not stick.
- Remove the fries from the oil and drain. While still hot, season with salt and pepper.½ tsp. salt, ¼ tsp. black pepper
- Repeat these steps with the remaining potato strips. If needed, add an additional cup of canola oil.
To Serve:
- Serve as an appetizer or as a side.
Notes
Invent Your Recipe:
Cutting the potatoes into strips like fries is one way you can fry them. Another way is to cut them into thin slices and make potato chips. A third way is to cut them into thicker slices for another fried experience. Frying potatoes in any fashion tastes great!
For a change up and sweeter option try sweet potato fries!
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal