Potato and Bacon Fries
Potato and Bacon Fries
Ingredients
For the Potato Mixture
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces, and cooked until tender
- 6 bacon, cooked until crispy, then finely diced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying
For Serving (Optional)
- 1/2 cup ketchup, for dipping
Instructions
- 1
Place the cooked and drained potato pieces into a large mixing bowl. Mash them thoroughly with a potato masher until smooth. Ensure there are no large lumps remaining.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Add the finely diced crispy bacon, cornstarch, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until a cohesive, dough-like potato mixture forms. It should be firm enough to handle.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Lightly dust a clean cutting board or work surface with a small amount of cornstarch. Transfer the potato mixture onto the prepared surface. Using your hands or a rolling pin, flatten the mixture into a uniform rectangular sheet, about 1/2 inch thick.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the potato sheet into long, thin strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide and 3-4 inches long, resembling traditional french fries.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure accuracy.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Carefully place a batch of potato strips into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to turn them occasionally for even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 7
Remove the fried potato strips with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batches of potato strips.
⏱️ 5 min
- 8
Serve the Potato and Bacon Fries immediately while hot, optionally with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Potato and Bacon Fries
Ingredients
For the Potato Mixture
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces, and cooked until tender
- 6 bacon, cooked until crispy, then finely diced
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for deep frying
For Serving (Optional)
- 1/2 cup ketchup, for dipping
Instructions
- 1
Place the cooked and drained potato pieces into a large mixing bowl. Mash them thoroughly with a potato masher until smooth. Ensure there are no large lumps remaining.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Add the finely diced crispy bacon, cornstarch, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until a cohesive, dough-like potato mixture forms. It should be firm enough to handle.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Lightly dust a clean cutting board or work surface with a small amount of cornstarch. Transfer the potato mixture onto the prepared surface. Using your hands or a rolling pin, flatten the mixture into a uniform rectangular sheet, about 1/2 inch thick.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the potato sheet into long, thin strips, approximately 1/2 inch wide and 3-4 inches long, resembling traditional french fries.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure accuracy.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Carefully place a batch of potato strips into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to turn them occasionally for even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 7
Remove the fried potato strips with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batches of potato strips.
⏱️ 5 min - 8
Serve the Potato and Bacon Fries immediately while hot, optionally with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.