Crispy Homemade French Fries

Name: Crispy Homemade French Fries
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American, French
Ingredients: 2 medium Russet potatoes (about 1 to 1 1/2 pounds, scrubbed); 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar; 1 tablespoon Diamond-Crystal Kosher Salt (plus more for seasoning (use 1/2 tablespoon if using another brand)); 1 quart neutral oil (such as canola oil or peanut oil (or enough to fill the pot at least 1 1/2 inches deep)); Lemon Garlic Aioli (optional, recipe follows); Chili Crisp Aioli (optional, recipe follows); 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 small clove garlic (finely grated); 1 teaspoon lemon zest; Salt (to taste); 1 teaspoon chili crisp (such as Fly by Jing's Sichuan Chili Crisp)

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:15min

These crispy bistro-style French fries employ a vinegar soak and a double fry method for the perfect fluffy interior and crisp outer coating served with two flavorful aiolis.

Updated at: Sun, 08 Mar 2026 02:21:00 GMT