LEMON FRIES

Lemon Fries image

Provided by CHEF GRPA

Categories Potato

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large potatoes, peeled (*Soak -- 1 hour see why below)
oil (for frying)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

1. Cut the potatoes lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/3-inch in width. *Soak the potatoes in ice-cold water for 1 hour, drain, and pat completely dry.
2. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 325*F. and fry the potatoes, in batches, for 2 minutes. Drain the fries on fresh kitchen towels and heat the oil to 375*F. Fry the potatoes for a second time, in batches, for 1 1/2 minutes. Drain the fries on baking sheets lined with fresh kitchen towels. Gently toss the fries with the lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper. Serve the lemon fries hot.
Total Time to is like:1 hour, 20 minutes over all.
My Note: This lemon fries recipe makes 4 large or 6 small servings for the kids.
**Cook's note: Keep a splatter-guard handy for this recipe. If you do get hot oil on your skin, hold it under cold running water for several minutes and seek medical attention if in doubt. Never use ice to chill a burn; it can cause skin damage.