Description
Parmesan garlic fries bring crispy, golden perfection to your plate with minimal effort. Cheese-lovers and potato enthusiasts will savor these restaurant-quality sides that elevate simple ingredients into something spectacular.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large russet potatoes (cut into thin fries)
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps butter (melted)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsps garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Garlic aioli (for serving)
- Ranch sauce (for serving)
- Marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Select uniform russet potatoes and slice into slender 1/4-inch strips, ensuring consistent cooking potential.
- Starch Extraction: Submerge potato strips in ice-cold water for 30 minutes, allowing excess starch to dissolve and promoting ultimate crispiness, then drain meticulously and pat completely dry.
- Seasoning Fusion: Blend olive oil with garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper, then massage mixture thoroughly into potato strips for comprehensive flavor distribution.
- Strategic Positioning: Arrange seasoned fries on parchment-lined baking sheet with strategic spacing to guarantee optimal air circulation and prevent moisture retention.
- Precision Roasting: Bake in preheated oven at 425°F for 35-40 minutes, rotating midway to achieve uniform golden-brown exterior while maintaining tender interior, watching carefully to prevent overcooking.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from oven and immediately cascade garlic-infused butter across surface, generously dust with freshly grated parmesan and chopped parsley, then serve piping hot with preferred dipping accompaniments.
Notes
- Potato Selection Matters: Choose russet potatoes with consistent size for uniform cooking and crispy texture.
- Soak for Supreme Crispiness: Submerge potato strips in ice water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, guaranteeing extra crunch.
- Dry Technique is Crucial: Thoroughly pat potato strips completely dry before seasoning to prevent steaming and ensure perfect golden browning.
- Strategic Oven Spacing: Spread fries with significant gaps on baking sheet to allow hot air circulation, preventing soggy, limp results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg