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Pommes Frites (French Fries)

50 min
30 min prep
20 min cook

Serves 4

41gCarbs
0gFat
5gProtein

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Russet potatoes, washed and peeled
  • 2 qt Peanut oil, or vegetable oil if allergic
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Ground black pepper

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  • Item, Fresh Russet Potato. Quantity: 3 eachs. Price: $1.71.
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Instructions

  1. Slice peeled potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks. Then stack and cut lengthwise again every 1/4-inch to create fries.
  2. Submerge potatoes in cold water in a large bowl. Place in refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour or up to 2 days, replacing water as needed if it gets cloudy.
  3. To prepare for frying, drain water and lay potatoes on a baking sheet lined with a dish towel.
  4. Place a large heavy-bottom pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add oil and heat to 375ºF, using a thermometer or candy thermometer to gauge temperature.
  5. Carefully add 1/3 of dried potatoes to oil and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, letting oil drain briefly over pot. Place blanched potatoes on a clean baking sheet and cool in fridge until ready for second fry.
  6. Bring oil back up to 375ºF. Repeat process until all potatoes have been blanched and chilled.
  7. Reheat oil to 380º to 385ºF over medium heat. Add blanched potatoes in batches and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer fries to a bowl or plate lined with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Nutritional facts do not include calories or nutrients remaining after frying. Exact amounts may vary depending on cook time, temperature, ingredient density and variety of oil used. Therefore estimates of residual oil are not consistent enough to be reliable.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

  • Amount Per Serving
    Calories
    180
  • % Daily Value*
  • Total Fat
    • 0g
  • Saturated Fat
    • 0g
  • Trans Fat
    • 0g
  • Cholesterol
    • 0mg
  • Sodium
    • 490mg
    • 20%
  • Total Carbohydrate
    • 41g
    • 14%
  • Dietary Fiber
    • 3g
  • Sugars
    • 1g
  • Protein
    • 5g
  • Vitamin C
    • 20%
  • Calcium
    • 4%
  • Iron
    • 10%
  • Vitamin A
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Disclaimer

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Since cooking times can vary, ensure that all recipe ingredients are cooked to a safe internal temperature according to USDA guidelines.