Preparation Steps
1. Prep the Potatoes
Peel and cut potatoes into sticks (fries).
Place in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons white vinegar.
Add cold water to cover and soak for 10 minutes.
2. Dry the Fries
Drain using a colander.
Pat dry thoroughly with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Coat with Cornstarch
Toss dried fries in a bowl with 1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch until evenly coated.
Frying Instructions
First Fry (Low Temp):
Heat oil to 160°C (320°F).
Fry the potatoes in batches until they float and are just tender—do not brown.
Remove and rest on paper towels.
Second Fry (High Temp):
Increase oil temperature to 180–190°C (355–375°F).
Fry again for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
Drain well and season immediately with salt.
️ Oven-Baked Version
Dry the soaked fries thoroughly.
Spread on a parchment-lined baking tray without overlapping.
Drizzle with olive oil.
Bake at 200°C (392°F) for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Storage Tips
Raw (Uncooked) Fries:
Soak, rinse, then store submerged in cold water in the fridge (up to 2 days).
Change water daily.
Add vinegar & cornstarch just before cooking.
Cooked Fries:
Fridge: Store in an airtight container lined with paper towels (up to 3 days).
Freezer: Flash-freeze in a single layer, then store in a freezer-safe container (up to 2 months).
Reheating Tips
Oven: 200°C (392°F) for 5–10 minutes
Air fryer: 180°C (356°F) for 3–5 minutes
Avoid microwave – it makes fries soggy.
Flavor Variations
1. Garlic-Parmesan Fries:
Toss with sautéed garlic, grated Parmesan, and parsley.
2. Spicy Cajun Fries:
Mix paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and black pepper.
3. Truffle Fries:
Drizzle with truffle oil and sprinkle with Parmesan.
4. Herbed Fries:
Add rosemary or thyme to the cornstarch or sprinkle fresh herbs after baking.
5. Cheese Fries:
Top hot fries with shredded cheddar and broil briefly. Add sour cream or bacon bits.
Pro Tips for Maximum Crispiness
Use starchy potatoes (not waxy).
Soak in vinegar water to remove excess starch.
Dry thoroughly before tossing in cornstarch.
Double-fry for the best texture.
Don’t overcrowd the fryer or baking tray.
Salt while hot so it sticks better.
Healthier Tweaks
Use an air fryer (200°C for 15–20 minutes, shake halfway).
Try convection baking for extra crisp.
Swap potatoes with zucchini, carrots, or sweet potatoes (adjust cook time).
Nutrition (Per 1 Cup)
Fry Type Calories Carbs Fat Fiber Protein
Fried 220–250 35–38g 10–12g ~3g 2–3g
Baked/Air-fried 150–170 33–36g 4–6g ~3g 2g
Note: White vinegar adds no calories but helps with texture. Cornstarch adds minimal carbs.
