5 Steps to the Crispiest Oven Baked Fries Ever

This simple and delicious recipe guarantees crispy oven-baked fries every single time, and are as addictive as any takeout paper filled bag.

Is there anything more satisfying than fry day? While fries often get a bad reputation for being junk food, it’s one of those dishes that can literally turn any day of the week into the best day of the week. The perfect pairing to any dish, from our Homemade “Big Mac” or Pork Parm Burger to seared steaks, fried fish or a side plate on their own, the single most important thing about any perfect fry lies in the crisp factor.

While most French fries we drool over are submerged in unhealthy oil, we’re thrilled to finally share our secret to crispy fries… no submerging required, but an oven a must you’re probably thinking, potatoes in an oven cannot be as crisp and fluffy as potatoes deep fried, but trust us, these are the crispiest oven baked fries ever.

Made with russet potatoes, this simple five step recipe is as delicious as any takeout paper bag filled with your favourite fries, and we’re giving you the option of dipping in mayo because what else would you dip them in? Sorry ketchup lovers.

How to Make Crispy Oven-Baked Fries

Ingredients to Make Oven-Baked Fries

Russet potatoes, olive oil, salt, chives, and pepper (optional).

No. 1 | How to Cut Potatoes for Oven-Baked Fries

Safety first. When cutting any round vegetables it is important to be careful and cut smartly. Using a sharp knife, start by cutting the potatoes in half lengthwise. Place the cut side down and slice quarter-inch slices of potato, then lay flat, and cut into sticks.

No. 2 | Boil in Water

We have tried making fries many times, many different ways. We’ve found that the perfect combination of crispy and fully, the key is to boil the potatoes for a few minutes to partially cook them.

Place the cut potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Add a tablespoon of salt to the water and place on high heat. Boil the potatoes for 5 minutes then drain and allow to sit for a few minutes so any residual water absorbs/evaporates.

No. 3 | Drizzle with Oil

Place the potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzling liberally with olive oil and a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Mix with your hands to coat then arrange the fries so they are in a single layer.

No. 4 | Bake in the Oven

Place the fries in a 450° F preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes then give them a flip and cook an additional 10 minutes. Check for doneness – they should be crispy on the outside. If necessary, continue baking the fries, checking on them every few minutes.

No. 5 | How to Season the Fries

There are tons of different ways to season fries, but hands down our favourite is simply salt, a little bit a pepper and a good sprinkling of finely chopped chives.

Served with a side of mayo and ketchup.

Bon appetit,

Chef Sous Chef

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Essential Ingredients for our Oven-Baked Fries

• Light Olive Oil
• Maldon Sea Salt

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The Crispiest Oven Baked Fries Ever

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This simple and delicious recipe guarantees crispy oven-baked fries every single time, and are as addictive as any takeout paper filled bag.

• Author: Chef Sous Chef
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Category: Food and Drink, Appetizer
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: North American

Ingredients

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• 2 lbs russet potatoes, cut into 1/4” sticks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

No. 1 | Preheat your oven to 450° F.

No. 2 | Place potato sticks in a pot. Cover with cold water and add about 1 tbsp salt. Bring the potatoes to a boil for 5 minutes. Drain the water and ensure the fries are completely dry.

No. 3 | On a baking sheet, season the potatoes with a sprinkling of salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix with your hands to coat then arrange the fries on a single layer of the baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flip then cook an additional 10 minutes. Check for doneness and cook for additional time checking every 3-5 minutes.

No. 4 | Once the fries are done, place in a bowl and season with additional pinch of salt and the chives. Serve with mayo and/or ketchup.

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