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Directions for: The Ultimate French Fry
Ingredients
The Ultimate French Fry3 lb(s) baking potato
vegetable oil, for deep-frying
salt
Aioli For French Fries1 jalapeno pepper
1 Tbsp chopped chives
cup mayonnaise
Directions
The Ultimate French Fry1. Scrub potatoes to remove all dirt.
2. With paring knife, cut out any eyes or dark spots.
3. Keeping peel intact and using sharp chefs knife or mandolin, slice potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch (5 mm) thick slices.
4. Stacking 2 or 3 slices at a time; julienne into 1/4inch (5 mm) thick strips.
5. Transfer to deep bowl. Cover with water; let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
6. Drain potatoes; dry well. In deep-fryer, wok or deep pot, pour enough oil to come at least two-thirds up side; heat to 300F (150C).
7. Deep-fry potatoes, in batches until tender but not golden, about 5 minutes. Using Chinese skimmer or slotted spoon, transfer to paper towel-lined rack. Let oil cool. (Make-ahead: Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour or for up to 2 hours)
8. Heat oil to 375F (190). In batches, refry potatoes for 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp and golden. Immediately transfer french fries to clean paper towel-lined racks. Season with salt to taste.
Aioli For French Fries1. On baking sheet, broil jalapeno pepper, turning occasionally for 7 to 10 minutes or until blackened; let cool slightly. Remove skin and seed; chop finely. Stir into mayonnaise; add chives.
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