Potatoes, cooking oil, and seasoning are the basic ingredients for fries, but achieving that perfect restaurant-quality crunch can be elusive. Any fan of McDonald’s signature thin, salty fries knows the taste and texture are nearly impossible to replicate at home. But one woman, Sophie, founder of the YouTube channel ‘Essen Recipes’, believes she has the solution. Her unusual recipe, shared online, uses a surprising ingredient – eggs!
Sophie exclaims: “Today we are making potatoes and eggs. Better than fries! Don’t go to McDonalds anymore. This is a very unusual recipe that you will love; crispy, very easy and delicious.”
Her recipe is surprisingly simple: four medium potatoes, two eggs, frying oil, and a few basic spices. Here’s how to make Sophie’s egg-enhanced fries:
1.
Prep the Potatoes:
Peel and slice the potatoes into large rounds. Then, cut each round into four rectangular slices, resembling fries.2.
Soak and Dry:
Place the raw fries in a bowl, add enough water to submerge them, and stir. Drain the potatoes and lay them flat on a clean tea towel. Pat them until completely dry.3.
The Egg Factor:
Return the fries to the empty bowl, crack in the two eggs, and add the seasoning (salt, oregano, garlic powder, and flour). Stir until the fries are fully coated.4.
Fry to Perfection:
Heat enough oil in a deep frying pan to submerge the fries. Fry the coated fries over high heat for seven minutes.5.
Serve and Enjoy:
Remove the fries with a slotted spoon to drain the oil. Plate them up and enjoy!YouTube viewers who’ve tried this recipe suggest air-frying the coated fries for a delicious alternative. One user commented: “A battered french fry, love it. This could go many many ways in the seasoning department.” Another said: “Not only does it look good but the sound of those fries! Crispy!”
This recipe could be the answer to your homemade french fry woes, offering a fun twist on a classic. Give it a try and see if it lives up to the hype!
