Crispy Baked French Fries (Printable Format)

Oven-baked fries with a golden, crispy outside and tender center, seasoned for perfect flavor.

# What You Need:

01 - 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled or scrubbed

02 - 1 tbsp white vinegar (optional)

03 - 2 tbsp olive oil

04 - 1 tsp fine sea salt

05 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

07 - ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

02 - Slice potatoes into uniform ¼-inch sticks.

03 - Place cut potatoes in cold water with vinegar and soak for 30 to 60 minutes to remove excess starch.

04 - Drain, rinse, and pat potatoes completely dry with clean kitchen towels.

05 - Toss dried potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and optional seasonings until evenly coated.

06 - Spread fries in a single layer on prepared sheets, leaving space between each piece.

07 - Bake for 20 minutes, flip fries and rotate trays, then bake an additional 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp.

08 - Remove from oven, season with extra salt if desired, and serve immediately.

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These fries are perfectly crispy outside yet tender inside, almost like a kitchen hack I can't keep to myself
They bake up easily with just a few simple ingredients, making them a forever favorite in my recipe box

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Patting the potatoes completely dry after soaking is absolutely crucial to crisp fries and prevents sogginess
Using convection or bake fan when your oven has it transforms regular baked fries into restaurant-worthy crisp delights

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Try flipping your fries halfway between baking to get that even golden color all around
Adding a pinch of smoked paprika or garlic powder before baking adds unexpected smoky warmth that transforms simple fries