Introduction:
French fries recipe is surely loved across tables, but achieving the perfect balance of crispness at the exterior, and fluffiness at the interior is certainly an art. For this solution, an egg is added in order to aid in both, adding flavor and crispiness. Whenever you are about to prepare french fries, just follow this simple method to get golden, perfectly textured fries every time!
Ingredients:
4 large potatoes (Russet or any starchy variety)
1 egg
2 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Oil (for frying)
Instructions:
Peel and cut potatoes into evenly sized fries. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
Boil water in a pot and add the potato fries. Parboil for 3-5 minutes, then drain.
Break the egg in the bowl and beat it.. Toss the drained fries in the egg mixture.
Coat with cornflour and season with salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
Fry in hot oil (about 175°C/350°F) until golden brown and crispy.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dips.
Hints for Success:
Rinsing and parboiling removes starch, making fries crispier.
Coating with egg and cornflour helps create a crunchy texture.
Double frying (frying twice at different temperatures) can make them even crispier.
Use a thermometer to keep the frying temperature properly.
Health Benefits:
Fried potatoes have a lower preservative concentration than commercially produced French fries.
The egg coating enhances the nutritional value by adding a little bit more protein to the dish.
Frying method modification: Instead, you can roast it in the oven at 220 degrees Celsius or 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 to 30 minutes.
Calories range from 250-300 kcal.
Nutritional Information (Per serving, approximate):
Carbohydrates have a rough estimate of 85% while proteins are around 5 grams.
Fats take up 12g of the total.
Variations and Substitutions:
Add chili powder to the fry mix for a spicy blend.
To the cheesed version, use grated cheese after it is fried.
Regular Sweet Potato Fried or Air Fryers can be made by switching the regular potatoes with sweet potatoes.
They will take less time to prepare. Preheat the air fryer to 200 degrees Celsius or 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes and shake them halfway.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1, Using an egg in this recipe enhances the cornflower’s ability to stick to the potato slice which greatly enhances the crispiness.
- When you coast these fries they can be prepared in advance.
- When frying, high smoke point oils such as sunflower, peanut, or Kung Fu oil are preferred.
Conclusion:
This remarkable and super simple recipe creates a delicious version of french fries.
