Crispy Baked French Fries
These crispy, oven-baked French fries are fat-free and packed with flavor, offering a delightful crunch without any oil. The secret to their perfect texture lies in a unique shaking method after parboiling, ensuring a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried options.
Instructions
- 1
Clean and slice potatoes (8) into fairly thick french fries, measuring about 0.75-1 inch thick.
- 2
Add [potatoes] to a pot of cold [water] (enough to cover) and bring to a boil. Boil for minutes (5).
- 3
Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- 4
After boiling, drain [potatoes] and place them back into the pot.
- 5
Add all purpose flour (1 tbsp), garlic powder (1 tsp), onion powder (1 tsp), paprika (1 tsp), and chili powder (1 tsp), along with [salt] and [black pepper] to taste. Cover the pot securely and shake for 5-10 seconds to evenly distribute the seasonings and rough up the edges.
- 6
Spread [potatoes] evenly on the prepared cookie sheet and bake for [20-25 minutes], or until crispy and golden.
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