Updated on July 10th, 2023
French fries are deep-fried batonnet or allumette-cut potatoes originating in Belgium or France. They’re produced by slicing a potato into even strips, drying it, and then deep-frying it. Frozen russet potatoes are used to make the majority of French fries.
French fries are served hot, soft, or crispy and are typically consumed as a side dish or snack with lunch or dinner. They are usually seasoned and served with condiments such as ketchup, tomato sauce, vinegar, mayo, or other specialties. But what if I want to make my fries, you might wonder? You won’t have to go to a lot of trouble to do that; as you read this piece, you’ll realize how simple it is.
French Fry Nutrition Facts
Why a Frozen French Fry?
This meal is packed with many benefits, and in addition to the benefits above, we will now look at some other benefits that can be derived from it.
It boosts your immune system- Vitamin B6 plays an important role in the body’s immune system and its functioning. It helps the body fight infections that could harm the body if it lacks this vitamin. Potatoes, the major ingredient in French fries, provide this vitamin. As a result, eating French fries makes this vital mineral available to the body.
It keeps you satiated- Potatoes are one of the best appetite suppressants, did you know? Yes, you are correct! Potatoes, which are three times as filling as white bread, are considered to have the highest satiety.
So, if you roast your fries at home, you’ll receive a lot of nutrients in your diet from a single potato, but you’ll also feel fuller longer than you would with a lot of other foods.
They’re better for you than sweet potatoes- Even though sweet potatoes are considered the “healthier” potato, the facts do not support this assertion. Sweet potato contains nearly the same nutrients as a conventional white potato. When compared to sweet potatoes, white potatoes have even more nutrients.
The only difference is that sweet potatoes contain beta carotene, a vitamin A component that gives them their orange color. Overall, french fries aren’t all that horrible if you roast them yourself at home, with the skin on.
Simple to make- As you would later see, in cooking these French fries, you don’t have to be bugged with trying to understand the complex cooking methodology. You can easily make this delicacy by yourself at home and enjoy it with the family.
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Tips for Cooking Frozen French Fries
Leave the skins on if you fancy it that way. However, because the skins contain numerous nutrients, leaving them on means getting extra Vitamin B-6. If you decide to keep them on, use a scrub brush to scrub the skins completely. This is simply proper vegetable skin handling practice in general. Skins are normally where you’ll find the most nutrients, but they’re also where bacteria thrive.
Pour a sufficient amount into your fryer- Fill your deep fryer or pot with a lot of oil. Most of this oil will not go into the fries and can even be saved and utilized later. It’s only that to get the fries to fry properly, you’ll need a lot of the oily liquid. Heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, at least or a little less. When your oil begins to smoke, it converts to trans-fat. Dial the heat down a little bit.
Seasoning and Cooking the Fries- Cook them one at a time in limited quantities. Add a small batch of uncooked fries to the mix. Pull them out when they’ve reached your desired level of brown. Place them on a paper towel to help absorb some grease and cool. Season them with salt while they are still hot. When they’re still hot, the salt sticks best.
Cooking Frozen French Fries
Now that we’ve known about the benefits of eating frozen French fries and that anyone can manufacture them, let’s look at some instructions on how to make them.
In an Air Fryer
Prepare the Air Fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, then spray with light or thick coat of oil and season with salt. Air fry frozen french fries for 10 minutes at 400 degrees F, then shake them and cook for another 8-10 minutes, based on how crispy or chewy you like your fries.
If you want crispy air fryer frozen French fries, you’ll need to cook them in the air fryer for about 18-20 minutes. If you want crispier fries, cook them for an extra 1-2 minutes; if you want softer fries, cook them for less time. When preparing frozen fries in an air fryer, the type of fries will also need to be considered.
In an Instant Pot
In the air fryer, place the air fryer basket. Place half a bag of frozen French fries in the basket and lay them out evenly.
Close it and air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
If you’re using an Instant Pot air fryer, the display will tell you to turn the food halfway through cooking. Set a timer for 10 minutes into the frying process if you’re using an air fryer without this option. Lift the basket and shake the contents with silicone mitts to ensure that the fries are well tossed. Shut the lid and continue cooking.
After the cooking time has passed, open the lid and inspect the fries to ensure they are cooked to your desire. If desired, toss the fries one more and air fry for 2 minutes. Transfer the fries to a serving plate and season to taste using tongs.
PrintFrozen French Fries Recipe
Ingredients
- A bag of frozen French fries of your choice
- Nonstick cooking spray (best to use olive oil)
- Powdered chili
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Spray the fries with cooking spray and place them in a plastic bag. To disperse the oil, shake for about a minute. Sprinkle lightly with chili powder, salt, and freshly ground pepper on a baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 400°F and bake until golden brown and bubbling.
French fries are a global phenomenon when it comes to fast meals. This article has become clear that anyone can make this meal even right at home. We have looked at some of the methods of cooking the fries and how long it would take. Now it’s time to give it a shot and make yourself crunchy French fries. See this video if you want more tips.
