Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Wash and optionally peel the potatoes, then cut into ¼-inch matchsticks and pat them dry.
- Rinse the cut fries under cold water, then soak in ice water for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Boil salted water with vinegar, add soaked fries, and boil for 3 minutes; then transfer to a wire rack.
- Let fries cool completely on the wire rack for about 15-20 minutes.
- Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and Cajun seasoning; gradually mix in cold seltzer water.
- Dip dry fries in the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Heat avocado oil to 330°F and fry battered fries in batches for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden.
- Chill fries in the freezer for about 15-30 minutes.
- Increase oil temperature to 375°F and fry fries in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Season with additional Cajun seasoning and salt immediately after frying, serve hot.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, soak fries to remove excess starch and maintain oil temperature for perfect frying.
