Savory Parisian Pommes Frites—Snack for 4
Savory Parisian Pommes Frites is a delightful snack combining crispy, golden Belgian-American style French fries with a unique special seasoning. Perfectly cooked and seasoned, these homemade fries offer an irresistible, mouthwatering experience for all to enjoy without any dietary restrictions or health concerns.
Meal Type
Snack
Cuisine
Fusion
Belgian-
American
Servings
4
Food Stars
Potatoes
Seasoning
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- Wash and peel 2 lbs russet potatoes
- Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch sticks
- Place the potato sticks in a large bowl and cover with cold water, letting them soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch
- In a deep fryer or large heavy pot, heat 4 cups vegetable oil to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C)
- Drain the potato sticks and pat them dry with paper towels, ensuring they are completely dry to avoid oil splatters during frying
- Carefully lower the potato sticks into the hot oil in batches, using a slotted spoon or spider skimmer, and fry for 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through but not yet browned
- Remove the potato sticks from the oil using a slotted spoon or spider skimmer and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil
- Allow the oil to return to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) before frying the next batch of potato sticks
- Once all batches have been fried once, increase the oil temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
- Fry the potato sticks again in batches for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy
- Remove the finished fries from the oil using a slotted spoon or spider skimmer and place them on a fresh paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp dried thyme, and 1/4 tsp dried rosemary crushed
- Toss the hot fries with the seasoning mixture until evenly coated
- Serve immediately
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- Add 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- Add 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- Add 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
- Increase dried rosemary to 1/2 tsp
🧂 Salty
- Increase sea salt to 1.5 tsp
- Add 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- Add 1/4 tsp celery salt
- Replace vegetable oil with 4 cups peanut oil for frying
🍋 Sour
- Add 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Add 1/2 tsp sumac powder
- Add 1/4 tsp citric acid
🌶️ Spicy
- Increase paprika to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Add 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Add 1/2 tsp ground cumin
🍬 Sweet
- Add 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Add 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Add a pinch of ground nutmeg
- Replace paprika with 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
🍄 Umami
- Add 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Add 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Add 1/2 tsp mushroom powder
🍸 Alcoholic
- Belgian Witbier: The citrus and spice notes complement the savory flavors of the fries
- American Pale Ale: The hoppy bitterness balances the richness of the fried potatoes
- Sauvignon Blanc: The crisp acidity cuts through the oiliness of the dish
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- Lemon Iced Tea: The acidity and citrus notes cut through the richness of the fries
- Sparkling Water with Lime: The effervescence and hint of lime refresh the palate between bites
- Ginger Ale: The spiciness of ginger complements the savory seasoning blend
🥓 Keto
- Replace russet potatoes with 2 lbs jicama, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks
- Replace vegetable oil with avocado oil for frying
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace russet potatoes with 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- Replace vegetable oil with 4 cups olive oil
- Add 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Add 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Replace paprika with 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
🥑 Paleo
- Replace russet potatoes with 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- Replace vegetable oil with 4 cups coconut oil
🐟 Pescatarian
- No changes needed
🌱 Vegan
- No changes needed. The recipe is already vegan friendly.
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed as the recipe is already vegetarian friendly.
🥩 Whole30
- Replace vegetable oil with avocado oil
- Remove garlic powder
- Remove onion powder
- Replace dried thyme with fresh thyme, minced
- Replace dried rosemary with fresh rosemary, minced
🧠 Brain Health
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- Replace russet potatoes with sweet potatoes
🌾 Celiac Disease
- No changes needed
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove garlic powder
- Remove onion powder
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
🩸 Diabetes
- Replace russet potatoes with 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- Use 4 cups of avocado oil instead of vegetable oil
- Replace frying with baking: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and bake potato sticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- No changes needed
🫀 Heart Disease
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Bake instead of frying
- Decrease sea salt to 1/2 tsp
- Increase paprika to 1/2 tsp
❤️ Heart Health
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Decrease oil to 2 cups for frying
- Bake instead of deep-frying: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- Decrease sea salt to 1/4 tsp
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil for frying
- Increase paprika to 1/2 tsp
- Add 1/4 tsp ground cumin
🍔 High Cholesterol
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Bake instead of frying: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C), place potato sticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy
🦠 Immune System
- Replace vegetable oil with 4 cups of avocado oil
- Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- Add 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Add 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace russet potatoes with sweet potatoes
- Replace vegetable oil with olive oil
- Decrease garlic powder to 1/4 tsp
- Remove onion powder
💧 Kidney Disease
- Decrease sea salt to 1/4 tsp
- Replace russet potatoes with 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks
- Replace vegetable oil with 4 cups canola oil for frying
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- No changes needed
🍺 Liver Disease
- Decrease vegetable oil to 2 cups
- Replace russet potatoes with sweet potatoes
- Decrease sea salt to 1/2 tsp
- Omit black pepper
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed for pregnancy-friendly recipe.
Beti’s Reflections
Bonjour, my foodie friends! I recently stumbled upon a delightful fusion of Belgian and American cuisine that simply had to be shared with you all. Say hello to Savory Parisian Pommes Frites! This scrumptious snack is a beautiful marriage of crispy, golden Belgian-American style French fries and a unique special seasoning that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
This homemade seasoned fries recipe is perfect for serving up to four people, making it an ideal treat for gatherings or family movie nights. Plus, there are no dietary restrictions or health concerns to worry about, so everyone can indulge in these crispy potato sticks without guilt!
The secret behind these savory Pommes Frites lies in the ingredients. We’re using 2 lbs of russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks. These starchy potatoes are perfect for achieving that crispy exterior and fluffy interior we all crave in our Belgian fries recipe. The seasoning blend consists of sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, and crushed dried rosemary – a mouthwatering combination that elevates these homemade double-fried potatoes to new heights.
Now let’s dive into the instructions for this crispy seasoned potato sticks recipe! Start by washing and peeling your russet potatoes before cutting them into 1/4-inch sticks. Soak the potato sticks in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch – this is key for achieving maximum crispiness! Next, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Drain the potato sticks and pat them dry with paper towels before carefully frying them in batches until cooked through but not yet browned. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Once all batches have been fried once, increase the oil temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and fry the potato sticks again until they are golden brown and crispy. This double frying technique is what gives these Belgian-style fries their irresistible crunch! Finally, toss the hot fries with the seasoning mixture until evenly coated and serve immediately.
And there you have it – Savory Parisian Pommes Frites that will transport your taste buds straight to a quaint European bistro. These herb-seasoned French fries are perfect for sharing with friends and family, or even just treating yourself to a little culinary adventure at home. So go ahead, indulge in these crispy double fried potatoes and let TheKitchen.ai whisk you away on a flavorful journey! Bon appétit!

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