Description
Crispy Japanese-Style Long Fries offer a delightful fusion of crunch and fluffiness, transforming simple Russet potatoes into a mouthwatering treat. Perfect for game nights or cozy movie marathons, these fries are coated for extra crisp and seasoned to elevate their natural flavor. With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll create a restaurant-quality snack that will impress your friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 800g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp sea salt (for seasoning)
- Optional: Ketchup and mayonnaise for dipping
Instructions
- Wash and peel the Russet potatoes, then cut them into long strips about 1/2 inch thick.
- Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Mix together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Toss the soaked potatoes until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated potato strips in batches for about 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- While hot, sprinkle with sea salt and serve with ketchup or mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg