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Is it possible to make french fries out of potatoes and tomatoes?

In the same way that they make tomato tortillas, is it possible to create french fries with a homemade recipe that is made from potatoes and tomatoes both? My idea is to create something that does not require catsup.
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Achieve the crispiness of fried potatoes using baking

Possible Duplicate: How can I bake normally fried foods? I usually cut my potatoes into sticks that are slightly bigger than your generic frozen fries. I've tried baking the sticks with low temperature (350) / long duration and with high heat…
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How can I make my french fries crispy?

Some restaurants have larger fries that are super crispy. The outside layer is hard and thick. image: https://qualitygreens.com/recipes/recipe/160/Thick_Cut_Fries/ I wanted to reproduce this for years with no success. I tried countless…
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Why do most precooked frozen fries smell bad and what to do about it?

Something like 4/5 of frozen fries brands in the store essentially smell like synthetic piss to me when you start cooking them and it doesn't go away. They taste fine but the smell is just vile. This isn't just one or two bad experiences I've had…
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How to avoid the potatoes from sticking to the pan while frying for french fries/finger chips?

Sometimes when I fry the potatoes for french fries, the potatoes stick to the pan which irritates me and I can't separate the potatoes because if I use the spoon a lot, it will cut the fries into pieces. Due to the scarcity of resources, I can't…
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Did I do anything wong when making fries?

I bought these Maris Piper potatoes. In the instructions for deep fry to make chips, it says put in a bowl of water for 30 minutes to remove starch, dry, then fry for 6-9 minutes. I did so however when eating the potatoes they tasted a bit sweet on…
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Belgian Frites - French Fries

In Belgium fries are super popular. They taste really amazing and are very different than the common American french fry. My question is, what is the secret to replicate a Belgian style french fry. They have a perfectly crispy golden shell, about…
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What effect will this have on my french fries?

While making french fries earlier I began to wonder what would happen if I changed my process in a few ways. My current method: Peel potatoes and cut into thin slices Pan fry until golden Simple enough. But I was wondering what would happen if I…
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Why blanch handcut fries?

I work at a restaurant. Im a potential management candidate. One of my first projects is researching hand cut fries in an effort to transition from pre-cut fries to making our fries in house. I guess my question is a little more specific than why…
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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…
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What to prepare first, the fries or the burger? How to serve everything crispy and warm?

I'll be serving 4 burgers (medium rare, toasted buns, choice of cheese, onions, lettuce, etc.) with fries. I can use the oven to keep some of these things warm and crisp, how should I go about it? What sequence, what temp? Thank you!
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Troubleshooting Soft and Mushy Oven Fries

I've been making oven fries for many years. My method: wash potatoes (Russet), dry, cut, toss with olive oil and sometimes seasoning like paprika, no salt, bake in hot oven on low rack, turn with spatula 2/3 way through. Result: nicely browned,…
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What is the best way to keep the quality of fried food while being delivered?

How does one keep fried food hot while staying crispy for delivery? There are plenty of heating bags but I need one especially for French fries and other fried foods. Are there any techniques that keep french fries fresh during transportation?
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How to prepare french fries?

Possible Duplicate: How can I make McDonald’s type French Fries I have prepared french fries couple of times in my home. But I couldn't get the same kind of spongy fries as I had in Mc donalds. I want to prepare a delicious spongy french…
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