French Fried Potatoes

The best potatoes for French fries are soaked in a brine of sugar and water which allows them to fry up golden and crispy outside and soft inside.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 498 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 2 cups warm water
• 6 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 2 large russet potatoes - peeled, and sliced into 1/4 inch strips
• 0.33333334326744 cup white sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook potatoes in hot oil until golden, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Stir together warm water and sugar in a medium bowl. Soak potatoes in water mixture for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Remove potatoes from water and dry thoroughly on paper towels. Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).