Using Frozen Fries as a Component: How to Dress Them Up?
I often have to use frozen (potato) fries as a component in dishes. Usually, I douse them in garlic sauce and ketchup, but that doesn't really add much to them.
What can I do to dress them up and make them a stronger component in dishes?
They're also usually soggy and soft, and don't crisp well at all (they usually end up burned if I try to crisp them).
Best Answer
I always find that frozen fries get much crisper if you heat the baking sheet before you put the fries on it.
Personally I just like to season my fries with salt (I try and use a decent sea or rock salt rather than the cheap table stuff as it does make a big difference), but you could also sprinkle other spices and seasonings onto the fries before you bake them to make them taste a bit more exciting. Paprika, cayenne or garlic salt would all work nicely.
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I would avoid the frozen ones altogether and make my own 'oven fries'. Cut some potatoes into fries, part-boil them for 3 minutes, drain and let them steam dry. Meanwhile heat a tray with 5mm olive oil in the oven at about 180C. Once it's hot, add the fries and roast for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through (you can throw in a couple of whole garlic cloves as well to add flavour). Easy, crispy, and much tastier than frozen.
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