McDonald’s french fries are delicious. They can be downright addicting. But, thanks to a terrific recipe, you can cut through some of the preservatives and make these salty and delicious fries right at home.
You can see a video of these iconic fries being made and below that is the actual recipe you’ll likely want to bookmark!
The recipe below takes about 30 minutes to prepare. If you don’t live close to a McDonald’s, you could make them in less time than it would take to drive there!
NOTES
If doubling the recipe, do not double the oil. Cook in batches, and add 1/4 cup oil and 1 tablespoon lard if needed.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Idaho russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 6 cups peanut oil
- 1/4 cup beef lard
- 2 teaspoons salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon beef bouillon granules (optional)
DIRECTIONS
- Peel potatoes and julienne the peeled potatoes into shoestring french fries. They should be 1/4-inch by 1/4-inch thick and about 4 inches to 6 inches long.
- In a large bowl combine corn syrup and water, being sure to mix thoroughly until the corn syrup is evenly distributed. Add the french fries to the sugar water solution. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- While the french fries are soaking, in a heavy bottomed stock pot or deep fryer, heat peanut oil until it reaches 375ºF.
- Remove french fries from sugar water and pat dry. Carefully add them to the oil and partially fry them for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. They should just start to turn a light golden brown. Remove them from the fryer and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Place them in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes.
- While they’re cooling, add the beef fat to the peanut oil. Heat the oil to 400ºF. Remove the french fries from the fridge and carefully add them back to the beef fat oil. Fry for 5 to 7 minutes or until they are golden brown. Drain the french fries and place in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle generously with salt and toss the fries until they are coated. Serve immediately.
YUM! I am going to make these McDonald’s fries tonight. I love that I can make these tasty fries at home without needing preservatives. No preservative needed because they will be devoured immediately!
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