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French fries with lime and cilantro

Idaho® Potato French Fries with Lime and Cilantro

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes

Servings

8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes
  • Canola oil for deep-frying as needed
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Instructions

  •  Using a french-fry cutter, cut potatoes lengthwise into 1/3 X 1/3-inch strips.
  •  Place in cold water to prevent oxidization and to wash out excess starch.
  •  Blanch potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to boil; add potato strips; allow water to return to a full boil; cook 30 seconds more; drain.
  •  Place potatoes on lined cookie sheet; hold refrigerated. Combine garlic, lime juice and salt in small dish; refrigerate 1 hour.
  •  Remove potatoes from refrigerator Thoroughly pat dry and deep-fry in 365ºF canola oil for 3 to 6 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
  •  Drain, then place in a stainless-steel bowl; reserve warm.
  •  Stir cilantro into garlic mixture. Add to fries, tossing to coat. Serve in a paper cone.
  • Source: Idaho Potato Commission