French fries are undoubtedly a dish that everyone loves, from the young to the young-at-heart. However, to make them perfectly crispy and delicious, you need to follow some essential steps.

First and foremost, select potatoes with a floury texture. Varieties such as Bintje, Agria, Caesar, and Marabel are excellent choices. If you want to take your fries to the next level and emulate the Belgian way, consider using beef fat instead of vegetable oil.

Ingredients

Potatoes: 1kg

Sunflower oil: as needed

Cold water: as needed

White vinegar: 2 tablespoons

Preparation

Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into sticks roughly 1 cm thick. If you prefer to leave the skin on, ensure you wash them thoroughly.

Next, place the cut potatoes in a large container and cover them with cold water.

Add the two tablespoons of vinegar to the water and give it a little stir.

Allow the potatoes to sit in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. If possible, let them soak for about an hour.

After soaking, remove the potatoes from the water and dry them as thoroughly as possible using a cloth or napkins.

Heat the oil in a pot or a sauté pan that is suitable for frying.

Fry the potatoes in batches, ensuring they have enough space to cook evenly and become crispy.

Once your fries are golden and crispy, enjoy them immediately!

This method is simple and quick but makes a world of difference. By soaking the potato sticks in vinegar water, you’ll achieve a crispiness like never before. After trying this technique, you won’t want to make fries any other way.