Easy
Published 2019
In this scenario, you start the potatoes in cold oil. This method is perfectly fine and can give you crisp, fluffy fries. The drawback here is that they cook a little less evenly than the other versions, and they tend to stick to the bottom of the pot.
Cut your fries as desired, ideally into ¼-inch/6-millimeter matchsticks. (If you have a Japanese mandoline, such as a Benriner, use it. I encourage you to make the small investment in this invaluable tool, especially if you make fries often. Cut the potatoes on the thickest setting, which is about ¼ inch/6 millimeters. Grip the potato with a sturdy towel so you don’t worry about turning your thumb into a fry, then stack half of the slices and cut the fries that same width. Then do the other stack. I reserve the oddly shaped edges for mashed or scalloped potatoes.)
Fill a large Dutch oven halfway with vegetable oil; you’ll need
Use a skimmer to transfer the fries to a wide bowl lined with paper towels. Shake them in the bowl while seasoning them with kosher salt. Serve immediately.
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