French Fries with Ketchup
Crispy homemade french fries served with a side of ketchup, accompanied by a fresh lettuce, red cabbage, and carrot salad for a crunchy contrast.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 cups lettuce
- 1 cup red cabbage
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 4 medium potatoes into thin sticks, about 1/4 inch wide. Place them in a bowl of cold water and soak for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 2
Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel. This ensures they get crispy.
- 3
Heat the 3 cups vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (a drop of water sizzles immediately). Carefully add the potatoes in batches, not crowding the pan, and fry for 5-7 minutes until they are golden and crisp.
- 4
Remove the fries with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Immediately sprinkle with the 1 teaspoon salt while still hot.
- 5
Shred the 1 cup red cabbage and grate the 1 medium carrot. Toss them with the 2 cups lettuce in a bowl to make a simple side salad.
- 6
Serve the fries hot with the 1/2 cup ketchup on the side for dipping, and the salad alongside.
- 7
Enjoy immediately while the fries are crispy!
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Bowl
- Paper towels
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