Pomme Frites / Patatine Fritters

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 pound Russet potatoes peeled, in water
• 4 quarts virgin olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Cut potatoes into finger-sized slices of equal size and place in new cold water.

Heat oil to 385 degrees in a pot double the volume of oil. Add potatoes one handful at a time and cook until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper, season with salt and pepper and serve with mayonnaise (French) or plain (Italian).

This recipe yields 4 servings.