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Deep Fried French Fries

Deep Fried French Fries Recipe

Contributor: Deanna Samaan

Skip the drive-thru and make homemade deep-fried French fries at home.

  • Author: Deanna Samaan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Soak Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Fried
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 4 russet potatoes, cut into strips
  • 1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut potatoes then soak cut potatoes in a large bowl of water for 1-2 hours. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350ºF.
  3. Add a small amount of cut potatoes. Start with about 10 to see how your pot and oil work. You definitely do not want to crowd the fries.
  4. Working in these small batches, fry the potatoes until tender all the way through and golden brown on the outside, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to remove from the oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towel. Sprinkle with salt immediately. Serve.

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