The best potatoes for French fries are soaked in a sugar solution before frying. The sugar solution has something to do with the carbohydrates and prevents the potatoes from soaking up a lot of grease, so they get crunchy.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
498 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 2
Stir together warm water and sugar in a medium bowl. Soak potatoes in water mixture for 15 minutes. Remove potatoes from water and dry thoroughly on paper towels.
Step 3
Cook potatoes in hot oil until golden, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
Ingredients
⅓ cup white sugar
salt to taste
2 cups warm water
6 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 large russet potatoes - peeled, and sliced into 1/4 inch strips
