Kristina Wiley makes a batch of Cook’s Illustrated oven baked fries with a deep fried fries drool factor.
Text And Photo By Kristina Wiley
Hello new favorite side dish! Oven baked fries normally don’t have the drool factor that deep fried fries have, do they? Well, these fries are different, friends! These fries are crisp and salty and well, wonderful. The hubs couldn’t get over the fact that I made them in the oven. “These really aren’t fried?!” 
Nope. They are oven baked. Yes, Oven. Baked.
You know what the best thing about oven baked fries? They are uber healthy and you can eat twice as many. Okay, that’s just what I tell myself! YOU try eating only one serving of these. I challenge you!
Memorial Day is here and these fries make an excellent side dish to go with your grilled burgers or hot dogs! But let’s face it, you definitely don’t need a holiday as an excuse to make these! We made them twice this week. Just keepin’ it real! They were THAT good.
Now, go on, get out of here! Go to the store, pick up some potatoes, and hurry up and make these already!
Happy Memorial Day!
PrintCrispy Oven Baked Fries
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Crispy oven-baked fries that rival the drool-worthy factor of deep-fried versions, perfect as a side for grilled burgers or hot dogs.
Ingredients
- 3 medium sized russet or Idaho potatoes (roughly 24 oz total), peeled and sliced into wedges
- 5 tablespoons canola oil, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Place the evenly sliced potato wedges into a large bowl and cover them with hot water. Allow them to sit for at least 10 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps them crisp up in the oven.
- Meanwhile, evenly coat a large baking sheet with 4 tablespoons of the canola oil. This will help prevent the fries from sticking and ensure they get crispy.
- Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy fries.
- Toss the dried potato wedges with the remaining 1 tablespoon of canola oil, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
- Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then flip the fries over using a spatula. Continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your crispy oven-baked fries!
Notes
For best results, ensure the potatoes are thoroughly dried before baking to achieve maximum crispiness. These fries are a healthier alternative to deep-fried versions and pair well with grilled meats. They can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to maintain their crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
