Homemade Crispy Seasoned French Fries

My family loves homemade fries and with 4 children the bag fries from the store just weren't enough and became too expensive. So I tried batter — after all, it makes chicken, shrimp, and onion rings crispy so why not potatoes! Now even my husband can't get enough of these French fries. They even stay crispy when you reheat them in the microwave.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 193 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion salt
• ½ cup water, or as needed
• 2 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Slice potatoes into French fries and place them into a large bowl of cold water to prevent them from turning brown.

Step 2

Heat oil in a heavy saucepan or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 3

While the oil is heating, sift flour, garlic salt, onion salt, paprika, and salt into a large bowl. Gradually stir in enough water to make a slightly thick batter that can be drizzled from a spoon.

Step 4

Drain fries and pat dry; dip into the batter one at a time and place in hot oil to prevent them from clumping together. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 7 to 10 minutes; drain on a paper towel-lined plate.