Papas Fritas

Name: Papas Fritas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut; 4 cups vegetable oil; 1 tsp fine sea salt

Crispy fried potato sticks double fried to achieve a crunchy golden exterior and soft interior, finished with sea salt.

35 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

CubanSideStovetopVegetarianVeganHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut
4 cups vegetable oil
1 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1

Soak the 2 lbs peeled and cut russet potatoes in cold water for 20 minutes, then drain and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.
2

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot or heavy skillet to 325 degrees F.
3

Fry russet potatoes in batches for 4 to 5 minutes until tender but not browned, then transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
4

Increase heat until vegetable oil reaches 375 degrees F.
5

Fry russet potatoes again for 2 to 3 minutes until deep golden brown and crispy.
6

Drain on paper towels, immediately sprinkle with 1 tsp fine sea salt, and serve warm.

Questions

How long does Papas Fritas keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Papas Fritas?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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