Get ready to enjoy the best homemade cottage fries with this Chef John's recipe. These fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them the perfect side dish for any meal. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll have delicious cottage fries in no time. Give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with these mouthwatering fries.
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thick slices, about 1/4 inch wide.
- Place the potato slices in a large bowl and cover them with cold water. Let them soak for about 10 minutes.
- While the potatoes are soaking, preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Drain the water from the potatoes and pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the dried potato slices to the bowl and toss them with the oil and spice mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Bake the fries in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through baking for even browning.
- Remove the fries from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the cottage fries hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish to complement your main course.
