THE BEST CRISPY FRENCH-FRIES

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This is not so much a recipe as it is technique. Get ready for some of the best fries you've ever eaten! The oregano is a must, IMHO, but if you haven't got it, do without. Your loss.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Potato

Time 43m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 lbs unpeeled russet potatoes, cut lengthwise into 1/3 inch thick sticks
vegetable oil, for frying, about 8 cups
fine sea salt
Greek oregano

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cover the potatoes with water.
  • In a deep fryer fitted with a basket or a heavy medium saucepan, heat 3 inches of vegetable oil to 340°F.
  • Drain the potatoes and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Add half the potatoes to the oil and cook until they begin to blister and turn golden, about 15 minutes.
  • Shake up the basket every once in a while (not too often - especially in the beginning when the fries are still soft), or run a fork through the saucepan to make sure fries are not sticking together.
  • Spread the fries on paper towels to drain and cool.
  • Repeat with remaining fries.
  • (Fries can be made to this point up to 4 hours in advance of serving).
  • Heat the oil to 375°F.
  • Add a quarter of the fries and cook until browned and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Drain on paper towels and repeat with remaining fries.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt and some oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.1, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 18.2, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 6.1

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