French Fries

Ingredients

• Potatoes (those with a high dry matter content such as Russet or Maris Piper work best)
• Cooking oil
• Salt

Directions

1. Peel potatoes, and cut into thin straw-like pieces.

2. Wash potatoes well with water to remove excess starch.

3. Place fries in a saucepan with water, and simmer or parboil on the stove for about 15 minutes.

4. Drain the fries, and dry them well.

5. Deep fry in 175°C vegetable oil, lard, or drippings for 4–5 minutes until light golden and crisp.

6. Remove from oil, and place on plate with paper towels to absorb the leftover cooking oil. Transfer to another plate if necessary.

7. Add salt and shake to ensure all French fries are evenly salted.

Nutrition, whole recipe (rough)

What these numbers assume: 3 portions

Ingredient	Portion assumed	kcal
Potato	1 medium (173g) baked	161
Olive Oil	1 tbsp (14g)	119
Salt	1 tsp (6g)	0

One typical portion per ingredient; the recipe's quantities are not counted. A rough guide only, not for medical or dietary planning.