Herb Salted Garlic Parmesan French Fries.
Friday fries! We’re doing it.
Especially because if there is a time a place to eat fries, it’s Friday. And Saturday. And Sunday. And according to me, Thursday.
I do what I want.
This is the second part of those coconut curry mussels that I shared last week. And well, if you don’t think that parmesan garlic fries go with coconut curry… then you’re wrong. Simple as that.
Now I’m kinda weird about the whole fries-with-mussels thing. I like to eat fries WITH my mussels. But I don’t care about dipping them in the juices or broth or anything. I’d rather eat them on the side. Maybe one dip here or there. But that’s what the bread is for! DIPPING. So when you make those mussels, just serve both fries and bread and plan on taking a little carbcation that evening.
It’s for the best. Escape.
No really. Take a trip into your own fry world this weekend please.
These fries are extra special. I did the whole fry-twice thing and unfortunately, as high maintenance as it is, it works. Now don’t get me wrong, I still love oven fries and make ‘em on the reg. But there is nothing like these super thin crunchy fries when you want them. I like to mix a bunch of herbs with some flaked sea salt to create… an herb salt. If that’s a thing. I’m calling it a thing. It’s a thing now!
And then I also like to smother the fries with freshly grated parmesan because DUH.
They deserve it.
So do you!
Herb Salted Garlic Parmesan French Fries
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes, thinly sliced
- 2 quarts vegetable or peanut oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano
- 1 tablespoon flaked sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
Instructions
- Add the sliced potatoes to a bowl of ice water and let them sit for 30 minutes. AFter 30 minutes, remove the potatoes and place them on one or two towels, patting them as dry as possible. Cover a baking sheet or two with paper towels.
- Add the oil to a large pot and heat over medium heat until the temperature reaches 350 degrees. You can do this while the potatoes are soaking. You really NEED to use a candy thermometer for this to ensure that the oil doesn’t get too hot. One the oil is hot, add the potatoes in batches and fry until slightly golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the potatoes and place them on the paper towels to drain. Let all of the potatoes cool for about 10 to 15 minutes, then make sure the oil is still at 350 and fry them in batches again. This time, you want to fry until they are even more golden and maybe a little puffy. Remove and place on the baking sheet again quickly, but this time you can let them drain for a second and them throw them on a plate or a sheet of parchment paper. Cover immediately with lots of the herb salt. Add the parmesan and toss, toss, toss. Taste to see if they need more salt or cheese. Of course they do!
herb salt
- Combine the basil, cilantro, parsley, oregano, salt and garlic powder in a bowl and mix until combined.
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76 Comments on “Herb Salted Garlic Parmesan French Fries.”
I want these for breakfast! :) They look awesome! Baked fries are good, but fried fries are the best kind. End of story :) Pinned!
I agree I haven’t had breakfast yes and I’m looking to splurge!
YEAH! I have been waiting for you to post this recipe! They look amazing! It’s not weirded at all to serve fries with mussels. Most French bistros serve frites with mussels, and it’s delicious!
These look amazing. I get it girl and totally agree. Frites with mussels On the side! Fries = the weekend (and sometimes the weekdays too :))
Sorry that above comment is not my wife. Her name must have popped in automatically I don’t think she’d be happy if I said she wants fries for breakfast!
UGH, these look so freaking good. Wedding diet be damned.
YUUUUUMMMMM!
I too love my fries on the side with mussels. I sprinkle mine with herbs de provence and make a roasted red pepper aioli for dipping them into.
Yours look delicious!
LOL @ the yield
Oh my, these look amazing!! I want a bucket of these fries to eat at all times.
Oooooh those look good.
I’ve been waiting for these fries all week! So glad you shared them on a Friday. Very appropriate. I agree that the double-fry method is the best…definitely high maintenance, but so worth it! I want to go on a carbcation with bread, fries, and those mussels!
If you insist. I can never turn down a fry. :)
These look insane, I’ve got to try this asap!!
I sooo agree: mussels need bread AND fries. ALL THE CARBS. Amen.
These look AMAZING. Garlic parm fries are my fave!
I always do baked fries but sometimes you just need a good ol’ fashioned french fry. Love it.
hold the phone. if friday in my house is for pizza… but now friday is for fries… i should probably put fries on my pizza?!?! doing it.
I barely ever deep fry at home. but I may have to make an exception for these fries! They look DELICIOUS. I just wish I would have them for breakfast right now–maybe with a fried egg or two, so I could dip them in the yolk? Yes!!
Ummmm, holy heck. I’ve never heard of the double fry method. Please come demo it in my kitchen.
Wow the sight of these just triggered like four other cravings in me! now i need fries + fried seafood + beer for dinner
Oh my gah, yes. I could eat fries all day any day. These look and sound awesome. I always bake fries, but I would totally fry for these. :)
Mouthwatering. So, do you peel your potatoes first? Is that mandatory? I’m never sure, and HATE peeling veggies.
These look so amazingly good. Totally craving these now :)
hehe I love the way you say duh they deserve parmsesan!! Loving these fries!
These look amazing! and sincd you’re cool with the whole fries thing, might I suggest something my favorite local burger place serve — lemon zest on the fries. sounds a little weird (well, maybe not to everyone…) but it is DIVINE. try it out!
I need these Friday fries today (and Saturday, and maybe even Sunday). And parmigiano reggiano! Yum!
Holy yum! I so wish I were eating these right now :)
I swear if I could afford my own personal chef, I would hire you in a millisecond!! I am dying for some of these right now.
Ohhhh man. These are a must try.
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FRYZZZZZZZZZ!
oh my those look amazing. I just had lunch but I’m all of a sudden hungry again.
Moules-frites always takes me back to childhood; sticky salty fingers + adults with a *bit* too much wine. ;)
Love your herbed up rendition of the fries!!
Mmm these sound SO good! I haven’t had fries in so long but am half tempted to but one of those fry slicer thinggies from Bed Bath and Beyond so I can churn out heaps of them. Love your twist on these!
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Fantastic photos and those fries sound delicious! Definitely a recipe to try! :)
Thank you very much for such a lovely and informative post.
This looks ridiculous Jessica!!! I love fries!!
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Oh yes. This will do. That whole pile of herby deliciousness. That color is just gorgeous! :)
delicious! sooo so making these as soon as possible.
xo, cheyenne
Gasp! These look delicious. I am the biggest french fry fan, these are on the menu for dinner tonight!!!!! Bec x
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Whyyyyy must you do this to me? I haven’t even had breakfast yet and now I need french fries!
I could literally eat fries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner…oh god, now I’m craving some after seeing this amazing recipe! And those mussels? I was eagerly awaiting this recipe to make with them. Hello dinner!
These look SO good! And the pics are perfection
can you do a little tutorial on how you cut your fries? I mean I know it seems easy but mine always come out irregular and nothing like recipes show!!! Thanks!
I served these fries with parmesan crusted fish on Saturday night and they were so good! This was my first time making homemade french fries and my husband thought they tasted better than any restaurant’s. We can’t wait to make them again! Thanks for the recipe!
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Your fries look amazing!
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Everyday should be fries day.