Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 tbsp olive oil ((or other neutral tasting oil - such as sunflower or vegetable))
  • 700 g (1 1/2 lbs) of floury potatoes
  • 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven into 200C/400F
  • Brush a large metal non-stick baking tray with 1 tbsp of the vegetable oil. If your tray isn't non-stick, line the tray with non-stick foil instead. (*tip 1)
  • Cut the potatoes into 1 cm (about 3/8 of an inch) thick slices (no need to peel).
  • Sprinkle the sliced potatoes with the 1tbsp of cornflour and transfer to the oiled baking tray.
  • Sprinkle with the 1tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper and 1/2 tsp paprika, then drizzle on the rest of the oil (3 tbsp).
  • Toss everything together with your hands so the fries are fully coated in the oil and arrange the chips in a single layer. Try to ensure they’re not touching too much.
  • Cover the tray in a piece of foil that’s been greased with a little vegetable oil.
  • Place in the oven for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and cook for a further 10 minutes.
  • Turn the fries over using a spatula and cook for a final 5-10 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and serve.