Description
Crispy, golden shoestring potato fries made at home with simple ingredients. Perfect for snacking, as a side dish, or paired with your favorite dips and seasonings.
Ingredients
3–4 large russet potatoes
3 cups vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
1 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper (optional)
Optional: garlic powder, paprika, parmesan cheese, herbs for seasoning
Instructions
1. Wash & Slice: Clean and peel the potatoes (optional), then slice them into ultra-thin strips using a mandoline or sharp knife.
2. Soak: Place the sliced potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
3. Dry: Pat the potatoes completely dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
4. Heat Oil: Preheat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
5. Fry: Add small batches of potato strips to the oil and fry for 3–4 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
6. Drain: Remove fries with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. Season: Immediately season with salt, pepper, or other desired spices while still hot.
Notes
For extra crispiness, try double frying: fry first at 325°F for 2 minutes, rest, then fry again at 375°F for 1–2 minutes.
Air fry at 400°F for 12–15 minutes for a healthier version, shaking halfway through.
Baking option: Toss fries with 2 tbsp oil and bake at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack / Side Dish
- Method: Frying (with air-fry and bake alternatives)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3 oz)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg