French Fries Recipe

Step 3 Heat oil

In a large pan (or an electric deep fryer), heat oil over medium-low heat.

If you have a candy thermometer (recommended), heat until the thermometer registers 325^oF (165 C).

Make sure that you have at least 3 inches of space between the top of the oil and the top of the pan, as the oil will bubble up and could splatter when the fries are added.

Comments

[trf]

i usualy do them in a deep frier at 350 degrees

[Dr.Bang]

 But this is good because most people don't exactly have deep fryers easily accessible. Great instructable! love the crisp taste of good fries :P

[hedgiehog]

you should have your oil at a higher temp, when add the ice cold fries it is gonna bring the temp of the oil down, soaking up more of the oil. But when they are added, make sure the oil is at 325, otherwise they might brown too fast