Ingredients
The following ingredients have 4 Servings
- 1 1/2 lbs Russet Potatoes (, (about 3 medium) cut into even sticks nearly 1/2-inch thick)
- 1/4 cup vegetable, canola or peanut oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instruction
- Wash the russet potatoes and remove any bruises.
- Cut the potato lengthwise into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thin slabs then cut the slabs into 1/4 inch thin matchsticks. Try your best to cut the potato into uniform slices to ensure the fries cook evenly.
- Soak the potatoes. Put about 3 inches of water in a large pot and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, remove from the heat and place cut potatoes in the hot water to soak for 30 minutes. This is essential to remove some of the starch from the potatoes which will help them crisp while cooking.
- Drain the water and lay potatoes out onto paper towels, patting them until thoroughly dry.
