3 Simple Ways to Make Crispy, Golden French Fries at Home
French fries are a familiar favorite for many people. Although the method is quite simple, not everyone can produce batches of delicious, perfectly crispy fries. Today, let’s learn 3 simple ways to make crispy French fries with Dien may XANH!
1. Crispy French Fries Without Flour
- Preparation:15 minutes
- Cooking:20 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Crispy French Fries Without Flour Serves 4
Potatoes 4 tubers Cheese powder 2 tablespoons Turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Cooking oil A littleUtensils
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How to make Crispy French Fries Without Flour
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1. Preparing the Potatoes
Wash the potatoes to remove dirt, then peel and soak in salt water for 10 minutes.
Next, use a knife or peeler to cut the potatoes into thin slices (cut across the potato).
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2. Soaking the Potatoes
Prepare a bowl of fresh salt water with 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder added. Then, soak the peeled potatoes for about 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
After 30 minutes, rinse the potatoes thoroughly with cold water. Then, continue soaking the potatoes in a bowl of ice water for another 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, remove the potatoes and drain well, spread them out and sun-dry for 30 minutes.
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3. Frying the Potatoes
Place a pan on the stove, add enough cooking oil to submerge the potatoes and heat. When the oil is hot, add the potatoes and fry over medium heat until golden and crispy.
Next, remove the potatoes and drain the oil. You can toss the potatoes with cheese powder to enhance the flavor!
Tip: For extra crispy fries, fry them twice.
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4. Finished Product
The crispy French fries have an attractive golden-yellow color. They are crispy with a delightful “crunch,” and have a rich, buttery aroma from the cheese powder; dipping them in a sauce will make them even better!
2. Crispy French Fries with Tempura Batter
- Preparation:15 minutes
- Cooking:30 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Crispy French Fries with Tempura Batter Serves 4
Potatoes 2 tubers Tempura batter 1/2 package Cheddar cheese powder 1 tablespoon Salt A little Cooking oil A littleUtensils
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How to make Crispy French Fries with Tempura Batter
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1. Preparing the Potatoes
First, rinse the potatoes to remove dirt. Then, peel the potatoes and wash them.
Next, cut the potatoes into equally long pieces. For extra crispiness, cut them thinly; for a softer texture, cut them a little thicker.
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2. Soaking the Potatoes
Prepare a bowl of cold water, add a little salt, and soak the potatoes for 10 minutes to remove excess starch.
Next, boil a pot of water, and continue soaking the potatoes for another 5-7 minutes. This will help the potatoes cook faster and have a crispier exterior.
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3. Coating with Batter
Pat the potatoes dry with paper towels. Let them sit for about an hour to firm up and remove any remaining moisture.
Next, lightly coat the potatoes with tempura batter.
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4. Frying the Potatoes
Place a pan of oil on the stove and heat. Fry the potatoes in hot oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, remove the potatoes to cool slightly, then fry them again for another 2-3 minutes. Remove when they reach your desired level of crispiness, and drain on a wire rack.
Tip: Frying twice helps them stay crispy longer.Finally, toss the fries with cheese powder to enhance the flavor.
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5. Finished Product
The finished French fries are evenly golden brown. They have a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior with the signature potato flavor. The added cheese powder provides a rich, buttery aroma; dipping them in ketchup and chili sauce is a perfect match!
3. Fried Potato Cakes (Recipe shared from TikTok Vào bếp cùng Điện máy XANH)
- Preparation:20 minutes
- Cooking:1 hour 30 minutes
- Difficulty:Easy
Ingredients for Fried Potato Cakes (Recipe shared from TikTok Vào bếp cùng Điện máy XANH) Serves 2
Potatoes 3 tubers Cornstarch 1/2 cup Dried seaweed flakes 2 tablespoons Sausage 1 piece Cooking oil 200 mlIngredient Image
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How to make Fried Potato Cakes (Recipe shared from TikTok Vào bếp cùng Điện máy XANH)
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1. Preparing Ingredients
Peel and wash the potatoes, then steam until cooked, and mash. Dice the sausage.
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2. Mixing the Potatoes
In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons of dried seaweed flakes, and the diced sausage. Mix well.
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3. Shaping the Potato Cakes
Roll the potato mixture into balls and shape as desired.
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4. Frying the Potato Cakes
Place a pan on the stove, add 200ml of cooking oil, and wait for the oil to heat up before frying the potato cakes. Fry over medium heat until golden brown, then remove.
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5. Finished Product
The fried potato cakes have a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy, flavorful interior. Serving them with chili sauce and mayonnaise makes them even more delicious! Enjoy!
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Potatoes
- Choose potatoes with yellow skin, as they are usually sweeter and tastier than those with white skin.
- Good potatoes have smooth, shiny skin, feel heavy when held, and are medium-sized.
- To save time peeling, choose potatoes with a full, unblemished surface.
- Absolutely do not buy potatoes that are bruised or show signs of sprouting, as they may cause food poisoning.
- Avoid potatoes with wrinkled, dry, shriveled skin; they feel light when held and are usually old potatoes that have been stored for a long time.
How to Peel Potatoes Without Browning
- Method 1: After peeling, immediately soak the potatoes in cold water or water with a little salt. However, with this method, you should cook them immediately, otherwise they will lose their flavor.
- Method 2: You can also soak the peeled potatoes in cold water with a little vinegar. This method also significantly reduces the formation of black spots.
- Method 3: For potatoes that have already browned, you can blanch them with a little fresh milk. This method can remove the black spots that have formed and give the potatoes a milky aroma.
How to Whiten Browned Potatoes
- Method 1: Peel off the browned parts, then soak the potatoes in ice water; they will whiten and be usable as usual.
- Method 2: In addition to the above method, you can also put the potatoes in a pot, cover with milk, and cook for a few minutes until the potatoes whiten.
Hopefully, the detailed instructions for these 3 recipes from Dien may XANH will help you create a delicious dish for your family. We wish you success!
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