Enjoy these perfectly crispy and golden potato sticks, a delightful snack or side dish for any occasion.
Pour vegetable oil into a deep fryer or heavy saucepan, filling it halfway.
Using a thermometer ensures the oil reaches the correct temperature for frying.
Heat the oil to 325°F using a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Maintaining the correct temperature prevents the fries from becoming greasy.
Peel the baking potatoes and cut them into uniform sticks.
Uniform sticks ensure even cooking.
Soak the potato sticks in a bowl of ice water to remove excess starch and prevent browning.
This step helps achieve a crispier texture.
Dry the potato sticks thoroughly with paper towels.
Drying prevents oil splatter during frying.
Fry the potato sticks in batches for 3 minutes until softened but not browned.
Frying in batches maintains the oil temperature.
Remove the potatoes and drain them on paper towels.
Draining removes excess oil for a lighter texture.
Increase the oil temperature to 375°F.
Higher temperature ensures a crispy exterior.
Fry the potatoes again in batches for 4 minutes until golden and crispy.
Double frying creates the perfect texture.
Drain the fries on fresh paper towels, season with salt, and serve immediately.
Serving immediately ensures the fries remain crispy.
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