The Trick to Making French Fries - Kitchen Conundrums with Thomas Joseph

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  • Опубликовано: 28 окт 2024

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  • @Random-zk4kk
    @Random-zk4kk 8 лет назад +976

    Don't pour out that red water.
    Leave it at room temp for 20 minutes, and it will split into a liquid and a weird slime.
    Pour off the water, then pour the slime into a mason jar.
    Pour in some fresh water, put the lid on, then shake it and leave it for half an hour.
    After that, pour off the water again, and leave the slime for 48 hours.
    After that, put it in your food processor, grind it into a powder, and now you have potato starch, which can substitute corn starch in any recipe.

  • @roizdoci
    @roizdoci 8 лет назад +701

    2 days to fry a batch of potatoes

    • @LoreCatan
      @LoreCatan 8 лет назад +6

      Ikr? I mean, they are just french fries man, somebody would do all of these steps only if he/she was having a party.

    • @jamesmallari2326
      @jamesmallari2326 8 лет назад

      Rodolfo Ribeiro Gonçalves is l

    • @LPempty
      @LPempty 7 лет назад

      Laura Maria also I don't see the point of deep frying twice. When I make fries I never over cook the inside or whatever!

    • @LoreCatan
      @LoreCatan 7 лет назад +1

      LPempty Again, Ikr? Sure I understand some people like the fries to be extra crunchy but I still wanna be able to bite into it! French fries are supposed to be a bit squishy inside!

    • @LPempty
      @LPempty 7 лет назад +3

      Laura Maria yeah but you don't really need to fry twice to get it to that texture.

  • @WhatTheAlva
    @WhatTheAlva 8 лет назад +2270

    "You want high starch low moisture potatoes"
    "Put them in water to get rid of the starch"
    Cooking is hard

    • @fjuraa
      @fjuraa 8 лет назад +10

      lol

    • @addevinylz2078
      @addevinylz2078 8 лет назад +105

      the starch is in the inside i belive while the thing you're getting rid of is in the outside... i belive

    • @Scarecr6w
      @Scarecr6w 8 лет назад +21

      hahahaha... idiot wants high starch potatoes to remove starch afterwards...

    • @MultiShooter7
      @MultiShooter7 8 лет назад +239

      +Nomad Yusuf The point is to remove the activated starch on outer layer of Potato, which is a result of cutting and exposing to air. Otherwise you will have burning on the outside occur before potatoes are tender inside.

    • @dogethedogedog7028
      @dogethedogedog7028 8 лет назад

      cool

  • @oliviamacpherson6884
    @oliviamacpherson6884 8 лет назад +1165

    nobody wants anything limp lol

    • @andreperez7606
      @andreperez7606 8 лет назад +2

      com

    • @itzking4301
      @itzking4301 8 лет назад +21

      I'm going to change the 69 likes to 70.

    • @ainarehman8073
      @ainarehman8073 8 лет назад +4

      +Itz King 71

    • @k4ze7
      @k4ze7 7 лет назад +71

      He definitely had a double meaning when saying that....

    •  7 лет назад +2

      Olivia Macpherson
      Ha! The "flavour" of sea salt?

  • @KayanEnsan
    @KayanEnsan 9 лет назад +70

    Cutting the edge is a waste of food .. I don't appreciate that
    what is the problem with having small/extra crispy fries! my favorite

  • @potattoggled
    @potattoggled 4 года назад +3

    Thank you for this recipe. These take longer than the once fry method, but it's totally worth it. Crisp on the outside, soft on the inside
    Perfect.

  • @HJF
    @HJF 8 лет назад +268

    this recipe is spot on. Thomas, you sure know what your doing in the kitchen. Keep it coming!!!!

  • @whitneygracelyn5504
    @whitneygracelyn5504 7 лет назад +1

    I'm SO glad I found ur channel! U are so clear and precise with ur instructions. Hands down the best cooking tutorials I've found on RUclips..thanks!! 😊

  • @GangstaMojo
    @GangstaMojo 8 лет назад +393

    DON'T DOUBLE FRY.....BOIL YOUR FRIES, THEN PUT THEM IN COLD WATER TO COOL, THEN DEEP FRY.....PERFECT EVERY TIME....IF YOU DO THEM OVER NIGHT, PUT THEM IN THE FREEZER, FROZEN IS EVEN BETTER THE FRIES WILL COOK EVENLY

    • @DatNguyen-co1ll
      @DatNguyen-co1ll 8 лет назад +34

      agree. faster and save tons of time and tools. Microwave oven does help to "boil" the fries. hehe

    • @LifebytheBowRiver
      @LifebytheBowRiver 8 лет назад +8

      King Mojo uses less fat too. Good suggestion

    • @ShaolinMeditator101
      @ShaolinMeditator101 8 лет назад +3

      King Mojo ahaha yes thank you for the tip king mojo.

    • @manchesterunitedno7
      @manchesterunitedno7 8 лет назад +5

      how long do you boil your fries? Also, did you cut the fries to shape before boil them, or leave it as it was?

    • @GangstaMojo
      @GangstaMojo 8 лет назад +11

      Brian Fantana boil till the halfway cooked...cut them before you boil...

  • @briwhite1606
    @briwhite1606 7 лет назад +154

    him: *literally almost touches the grease*
    me: *stands all the way at the other side of the room and throws french fries into grease*

    • @misbahakbar4011
      @misbahakbar4011 5 лет назад +2

      So true🤣

    • @morningcoffee23
      @morningcoffee23 5 лет назад +1

      And also he doesn't even look sometimes...

    • @melaniebrewster4586
      @melaniebrewster4586 5 лет назад +4

      After working in restaurants grease doesn’t even scare me anymore. Not because I’m used to being burned but oddly enough grease never pops at me. And I cook the same way I did before ever getting a job in food. The grease just learned to fear me 😂

    • @adamfirst3772
      @adamfirst3772 4 года назад

      Bri White
      2:45 to 3:20 ....WATCH & LISTEN carefully so you wont have to fear the oil as much..
      he isnt standing there for 30 seconds patting those puppies dry because he has time to kill...
      adding water into hot oil splatters the oil!! no water, no splatter!!
      btw, adding oil into hot water doesnt do anything...

    • @bpavilion8994
      @bpavilion8994 4 года назад

      @@morningcoffee23 😦

  • @broccpauli3457
    @broccpauli3457 8 лет назад +35

    That *bop* when he says crisp is so satisfying at 1:44

  • @briannaeasonvlogs
    @briannaeasonvlogs 9 лет назад

    this guy is great! super knowledgeable and really clear presentation.

  • @johndeere2208
    @johndeere2208 8 лет назад +163

    >"use high starch, low moisture potato"
    >removes all starch, soaks in water
    Why?

    • @Zasaramel
      @Zasaramel 8 лет назад +33

      +John Deere Because low moisture potatoes, which is the goal for using them in the first place, are high in starch by nature as opposed to the high moisture/low starch. It's much easier to deal with and remove the excess starch, which can lead to the outside burning, than it is to remove excess moisture.

    • @crissycrossgaming
      @crissycrossgaming 8 лет назад +1

      +John Deere Also, the Yukon Gold is the 2nd highest starch potato............!!!!!!!!

    • @tiffanydash3609
      @tiffanydash3609 8 лет назад +2

      Lol

    • @martenhumke-weber3213
      @martenhumke-weber3213 7 лет назад +23

      The point is to remove the starch from the outside so they don't get too crispy on the outside

    • @sunshinefidelis2856
      @sunshinefidelis2856 5 лет назад

      Gonna try this

  • @meredithkav
    @meredithkav 8 лет назад

    I just adore this man.

  • @karidesana8977
    @karidesana8977 7 лет назад +62

    "There you have it, i mean french fries, super simple"
    **takes 2 days to make**

    • @maraisfan4life517
      @maraisfan4life517 4 года назад

      karides ana the steps are simple. It just takes a long time to make.

    • @kikinatrone
      @kikinatrone 3 года назад +1

      Ikr

  • @triggerhappy522
    @triggerhappy522 5 лет назад +2

    Martha Stewart has saved me so many times with her instructional videos. Thomas always explains everything so well , he makes his point so clear and keeps things simple.

  • @jinamessii3
    @jinamessii3 8 лет назад +3

    Thanks for the tips, I followed u and I got the best result and I've never go out to eat the other French fries again

  • @donalskehan
    @donalskehan 9 лет назад +477

    It can be surprisingly tricky to get fries right! These looks fantastic. Great tips!

    • @the75138
      @the75138 9 лет назад +26

      Donal Skehan you are watching videos on every food channel on youtube! makes me love you even more!

    • @holidaysinsweden
      @holidaysinsweden 9 лет назад +5

      Check out Heston Blumenthal on french fries as well.

    • @m.s6289
      @m.s6289 7 лет назад +2

      OMH HELO

    • @muthi_hib
      @muthi_hib 6 лет назад

      It can be suprisingly bored when too much talking, plus... about unimportant things

    • @johnpaulramirez1652
      @johnpaulramirez1652 5 лет назад +1

      gotta love donal ❤️

  • @katienikita8175
    @katienikita8175 8 лет назад +73

    All these girls are in it for the looks and I'm here like "dayumm he can cook"

    • @wafaakram8597
      @wafaakram8597 8 лет назад +47

      im just here for the french fries

    • @PanupatChong
      @PanupatChong 8 лет назад +1

      +KatieKay Ima guy and I approve his looks!

    • @bloozedaddy
      @bloozedaddy 8 лет назад +11

      +KatieKay uh...my gaydar went off....but maybe I'm wrong :-)

    • @vietlorax2856
      @vietlorax2856 7 лет назад +3

      The only think I'm interested in is his long
      Nice
      Crispy French fries

    • @Godfather19704
      @Godfather19704 5 лет назад

      I'm pretty sure he's biting the pillow.

  • @justsupersteve
    @justsupersteve 6 лет назад

    So you start to cook em' today and end up tomorrow... amazing... can't wait to make it...

  • @Sapphira603
    @Sapphira603 8 лет назад +14

    ... keeping them in water after cutting them prevents them from oxidizing. That's why you do it.

  • @lubnalooz7771
    @lubnalooz7771 9 лет назад

    He is so talented 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @Chef_aleexx
    @Chef_aleexx 8 лет назад +7

    I soak my fries in apple cider vinegar fry once and they're perfect!

  • @ferristhomas3344
    @ferristhomas3344 9 лет назад +1

    That was what I'm looking for!!!!!
    Have tried the recipe, Works just perfect
    Thank you so much Thomas 🙏🙏

  • @suzy988
    @suzy988 9 лет назад +5

    Can u do a video on oven baked fries or tell us what to do with the leftover oil? If i only used the oil once and throw away the oil i feel like its a waste and a mess. Also which step should we freeze the fries at if we want to have frozen fries ready and handy for a next time.

    • @YKDDS91
      @YKDDS91 9 лет назад +2

      suzy98 If the oil is clean and clear, you can pour it into a sealed container and keep it in cool place. You can reuse them whenever. If the oil is clear but has batters or other food crumbs in it, then strain it through a fine mesh lined with a paper towel. Then keep pour it in. If you want to freeze the fries, it'd be after the first fry.

  • @izumimustang
    @izumimustang 6 лет назад

    I have to say that I tried this today and it really works, I finally made really crispy french fries. I'm so grateful for this video, thank you!

  • @yuvalbuskila
    @yuvalbuskila 8 лет назад +25

    that giggle tho xD 0:36 btw the fries look delicous!

    • @felixlazar2828
      @felixlazar2828 8 лет назад

      it's called "delicious" 😂😂wtf u don't know how to write!!😂

    • @yuvalbuskila
      @yuvalbuskila 8 лет назад +12

      +Rebeca's vlogs lol chill it was a typo... I just missed an "i" what's the big deal

    • @Pikachu-ho8rp
      @Pikachu-ho8rp 8 лет назад +7

      +Rebeca's vlogs *spell!!!
      You hypocrite, you can't even use the right words.

    • @elmernacorda6516
      @elmernacorda6516 8 лет назад

      Its Kylie

  • @lovingmemories8902
    @lovingmemories8902 5 лет назад

    I have always loved Martha Stewart, now I love Thomas Joseph! ♥️❤️♥️

  • @simmimon
    @simmimon 9 лет назад +87

    Or you can cut it up into fries, microwave for 3 minutes, then fry it only once.works every time for me.

    • @dramastorm8893
      @dramastorm8893 8 лет назад +2

      Really? Crispy and good?

    • @castillo4141
      @castillo4141 8 лет назад +2

      +RainbowTea Makes sense...I'll try this and report back.

    • @Rawrlor
      @Rawrlor 8 лет назад

      +castillo4141
      Does this topic work?

    • @dramastorm8893
      @dramastorm8893 8 лет назад +1

      +castillo4141 does it?

    • @Sadin15
      @Sadin15 8 лет назад +7

      +RainbowTea boiling in salted water works for me. Brings out the starch to the layer that becomes deliciously crisp and just the right salt

  • @mollyeichar
    @mollyeichar 7 лет назад

    Thomas Joseph, You are one of my favorite things! Love your videos!

  • @emirinobambino
    @emirinobambino 8 лет назад +88

    This is the traditional French technique, except you may want to add salt to the water while soaking. It helps to get a salty fry without risk of the salt falling off later.

    • @nerdcandy101
      @nerdcandy101 8 лет назад +28

      actually adding salt beforehand can tend to make the potatoes break apart and become mushy, therefore ending you with a less crisp fry

    • @unsq8i
      @unsq8i 7 лет назад +19

      Bryce There is nothing called traditional french technique in making french fries because they are actually NOT originated from france daaaaa!

    • @darrenmaverick
      @darrenmaverick 6 лет назад

      I personally cook the fries first and then salt it

    • @gabrielgiacomelli4922
      @gabrielgiacomelli4922 6 лет назад

      Belgic

  • @trey5718
    @trey5718 7 лет назад

    Wow, thank you! Made a these for my dad and he absolutely loved them!

  • @danohrly
    @danohrly 9 лет назад +5

    My girlfriend's grandma fries them in beef fat, adds a lovely depth of flavour!

  • @DanRossGraphics
    @DanRossGraphics 5 лет назад

    That wire rack tip is next level. I searched this up for an alternative, I've been doing paper towels for years. It seems to always make a mess, the paper towels usually just absorb the oil and leave them soggy, definitely a good tip!

  • @TripleMRocks
    @TripleMRocks 9 лет назад +3

    Hi Thomas,
    great videos! I have an conundrum...how do I roast boneless, skinless chicken breast and still maintain the moisture throughout? Thanks again! :)

  • @AnalogBuddy
    @AnalogBuddy 8 лет назад

    wonderful presentation skills

  • @kbcecc
    @kbcecc 8 лет назад +3

    Thanks Thomas. I tried your brownies (the fudgy version) and they were lovely. I would love to see how to make the perfect nacho cheese sauce. We have cheese sauce in England, but it does not have any chilli in it and it looks pretty pale and the type you would have with a roast dinner or with cauliflower cheese. I like the look of the yellow coloured sauce that would be served on fries and nachos.

    • @messrsandersonco5985
      @messrsandersonco5985 11 месяцев назад +1

      The way I get on my cauliflower cheese speckled brown is to sprinkle the sauce-covered cauli with grated cheese, and return the whole dish to a hot oven, or grill until golden brown. The whole dish goes straight to the table as is.

  • @apoorvajadhav1201
    @apoorvajadhav1201 8 лет назад

    u give every detail...I loved ur video ..u explain like its food science ..

  • @vinicior8249
    @vinicior8249 8 лет назад +488

    That's just too much work for french fries..

    • @danielvalle4918
      @danielvalle4918 8 лет назад +1

      Vinicio R ikr lol

    • @LifebytheBowRiver
      @LifebytheBowRiver 8 лет назад +2

      Vinicio R agreed

    • @dashboots376
      @dashboots376 7 лет назад +98

      Good things take time and effort.

    • @darklord2626
      @darklord2626 7 лет назад +82

      he explained everything in detail but the steps are:
      Cut fries, soak fries, low temp fry, high temp fry. It's really not hard.

    • @papermind4010
      @papermind4010 7 лет назад +7

      Dash Boots that's why I'm such a failure.

  • @POPTARTPSYCHO18
    @POPTARTPSYCHO18 6 лет назад

    He's a very good teacher, he's not condescending and doesn't act superior. Very approachable.

  • @linger368
    @linger368 8 лет назад +60

    Is it really weird that I like my french fries hot and limp? Not the cold and soggy kind, but I do prefer it soft rather than crispy throughout.

    • @Slyou333
      @Slyou333 8 лет назад +5

      its called fried potatoes then

    • @tehreem1725
      @tehreem1725 8 лет назад +2

      noooo dude what's French fries without crisp 😕

    • @linger368
      @linger368 8 лет назад +3

      +Tehreem shaikh personal preference I guess? I know a bunch of people who likes the same thing... only two or three people really likes the crisp part in fact.

    • @tehreem1725
      @tehreem1725 8 лет назад

      +linger368 are u a guy?😜
      only boys love stupid things

    • @linger368
      @linger368 8 лет назад

      +Tehreem shaikh I know you're just joking but that statement just shows that girls are just as dumb. ;D

  • @sunchung8263
    @sunchung8263 9 лет назад

    Ordered fries from two different restaurants today, both of which disappointed. I came home and whipped these up on a whim. They are the best fries I've ever had. Thank you!!

  • @MrKErocks
    @MrKErocks 8 лет назад +13

    I just happen to love French fries soggy & limp!!!

  • @rimsharafique5597
    @rimsharafique5597 6 лет назад

    Omg... you so good with instructions. I really like your style.

  • @asayasartworks
    @asayasartworks 9 лет назад +67

    The laugh after calling them "limp"

  • @MarkTStache
    @MarkTStache 7 лет назад

    These Fries look awesome! I want to make them!

  • @KelseyMckay
    @KelseyMckay 9 лет назад +36

    Say limp. Call them limp. Do it. Do it. YESSSSSS

    • @Lherrerajr78
      @Lherrerajr78 9 лет назад +19

      Even his expression as he said it... I was laughing lol

    • @HenuEnna
      @HenuEnna 9 лет назад +8

      Lherrerajr78 And the little laugh!

  • @adarshshamloll2367
    @adarshshamloll2367 8 лет назад

    That's the trick fry them twice... I tried and it came out great.

  • @maxhestur5467
    @maxhestur5467 6 лет назад +3

    I actually like to freeze the fries after the first cooking and save them for later date. Cheeper then just buying ready made bags.

  • @Easy-Cooking
    @Easy-Cooking 2 года назад

    Great recipe! Thank you very much for sharing! 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @TheGryffindorable
    @TheGryffindorable 9 лет назад +265

    I love the host

    • @liz1060
      @liz1060 9 лет назад +16

      Victoria Daisy
      Get in line :)

    • @CoughFee
      @CoughFee 9 лет назад +26

      ***** sorry ladies. but this guy plays for our team! :)

    • @liz1060
      @liz1060 9 лет назад +14

      Cough Fee
      We know ... but still we can lust --- he might be a free agent or agree to be loaned out during the transfer window ... lol.

    • @MsAsb-zx4sr
      @MsAsb-zx4sr 9 лет назад +4

      Cough Fee Oh we know. Still crushing

    • @MsScorpyscorp
      @MsScorpyscorp 9 лет назад +5

      Victoria Daisy Who doesn't?

  • @seamusdebuitleir20
    @seamusdebuitleir20 4 года назад

    Thank you for your time and knowledge,how long can you use the oil for? Tanx

  • @pragatipatel2082
    @pragatipatel2082 9 лет назад +7

    can i freeze the fries after 1st frying to use them later?

    • @jewsaregenocidalhores
      @jewsaregenocidalhores 9 лет назад +1

      Yeah you can.

    • @doeb23
      @doeb23 9 лет назад +1

      Pragati Patel McDonald's does that. They half-fry the potatoes than freeze them, and in the restaurant the frying is just completed. (They actually do it to save time)

    • @gchaurais
      @gchaurais 9 лет назад +10

      +doeb23 Not just to save time. The texture also changes. The surface of the potato cristalizes and creates some micro holes that will make them much crispier when fried. My recommendation is: peel, wash (at least 3 times to remove as much starch as possible), leave it for 2 hours in a water+salt+sugar brine, blanch in boiling water or 300ºF oil, freeze overnight, fry at 350ºF. It's definitely time consuming, but it's worth every minute. Perfectly crispy french fries, error proof, every time.

    • @rokstoned
      @rokstoned 8 лет назад

      +Gustavo Royer Chaurais I'll try that. I was going to do them in batches so I could eat them a few times w/out having to do the labourious fry making more than once.

    • @charliedovlander1269
      @charliedovlander1269 8 лет назад

      +Pragati Patel i have a feeling that woud make them better in the end

  • @denisemorgan7054
    @denisemorgan7054 7 лет назад

    thank you chef.looks delicious

  • @InTheKitchenWithJonny
    @InTheKitchenWithJonny 9 лет назад +30

    Great tip. I love eating french fries with milkshakes. Am I weird?
    lol

    • @GeorgiaAndrea
      @GeorgiaAndrea 9 лет назад +6

      in the Kitchen With Jonny Have you tried dipping the fries in vanilla ice cream? Best thing ever and no it's not gross. lol

    • @InTheKitchenWithJonny
      @InTheKitchenWithJonny 9 лет назад +1

      Georgia Andrea No, I have not, but now that you told, I will. YUM. Lol

    • @christiaandika5762
      @christiaandika5762 9 лет назад +5

      I dip my fries into my McD sundae... :p

    • @helpfulnatural
      @helpfulnatural 9 лет назад +1

      in the Kitchen With Jonny Growing up, I had a friend who dipped her french fries in her chocolate shake. Trader Joe's sells bags of potato chips covered in milk chocolate. It's a popular sweet/salty combo! It sounds weird but is very tasty!

    • @InTheKitchenWithJonny
      @InTheKitchenWithJonny 9 лет назад

      Christia Andika mm, I love their sundae, I like chocolate. What's your fave?

  • @castill-pf1ou
    @castill-pf1ou 8 лет назад

    thomas joseph you are perfect chef :)

  • @tzisorey
    @tzisorey 8 лет назад +10

    Took me a moment to realise you're probably giving those oil temperatures in Fahrenheit.

  • @Mimusicota
    @Mimusicota 6 лет назад +1

    when i have time i will try this! it looks so tasty! the problem is spending so much time on fries, but the recipe looks really good if you dont mind/have the time :)

  • @ibkristykat
    @ibkristykat 8 лет назад +59

    i don't like my fries to be THAT dark. they taste close to burnt, to me anyway.

    • @LoveInToo
      @LoveInToo 4 года назад

      @broomsterm YUP! SPOT ON YOU ARE!!

    • @LoveInToo
      @LoveInToo 4 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/TA5J-5TG3U0/видео.html

    • @maraisfan4life517
      @maraisfan4life517 4 года назад

      broomsterm they’re burned to you

  • @SusansEasyRecipes
    @SusansEasyRecipes 8 лет назад

    Great tips. Thanks

  • @bt10ant
    @bt10ant 8 лет назад +14

    So that;s a pause between first and second fry stages of up to four hours? Seems like a lot of work....

    • @jbennie65
      @jbennie65 8 лет назад +5

      With the soak it's the easiest two day, three stage batch of fries you'll ever make.

    • @lenax7073
      @lenax7073 6 лет назад

      You can perfectly just wait ten minutes before frying the second time. You can save them up to four hours (like, if you have a dinner party, you can have the first fry up to four hours in advance);
      but if you're hungry, go ahead and pour them back in once they are cooled down.

  • @kersivakil
    @kersivakil 9 лет назад

    Nice video. Kind a related kitchen conundrum which arises whenever the topic of deep-frying comes up @ home: what does one do with the left over oil ? Can it be used post-deep-frying for normal cooking / sauteing etc. ? Would there be any leftover taste in the oil ? Thanks for any tips and suggestions!

  • @swannigoetzke
    @swannigoetzke 9 лет назад +4

    I'm in love with the host. He is so gorgeous and has great cooking skills!

  • @adream5945
    @adream5945 4 года назад

    After two fries video I decided to do it on my way. No one has time to spend a day on fries--our crave can't wait

  • @zhbvenkhoReload
    @zhbvenkhoReload 7 лет назад +16

    his wife must love his fries

  • @MakeSomething
    @MakeSomething 8 лет назад +2

    Those came out perfect! They look so good! Great tips!

  • @mikewong5888
    @mikewong5888 4 года назад +12

    My lazy way of cooking fries: fry them once until they are golden brown. Takes about 12 minutes but that’s a lot faster than 1.5 days

  • @FrapsGamer13
    @FrapsGamer13 9 лет назад

    Another way to get even crispyer fries is to cook the fries in water or a steam oven until they are starting to slightly fall apart, and then fry them. This gives the oil more space to fry inside all the cracks made by the boiling. This method makes the best fries i have ever tasted

  • @MeiMeiMeiGGZ
    @MeiMeiMeiGGZ 8 лет назад +42

    how is this easier than buying 10 kilos of uncooked french fries

    • @tempestjay7865
      @tempestjay7865 8 лет назад +32

      Otaku God it's not easier but you can sure bet that it's tastier

    • @truekep
      @truekep 8 лет назад

      You are stupid aren't you?

    • @kyosefgofa
      @kyosefgofa 7 лет назад +6

      Otaku God Because your 'uncooked' fries have already been cooked once. The fries I buy from my supermarket are actually baked already.

    • @dunhillsupramk3
      @dunhillsupramk3 7 лет назад +2

      if you don't have time to cut the potato, you don't have time to make fries....

  • @harmonyess3nce
    @harmonyess3nce 8 лет назад

    Great video! After the first fry would it be acceptable to freeze them and then when ready to eat them fry them the 2nd time?

  • @amberts180
    @amberts180 6 лет назад +4

    I like my fries a little soggy sometimes. I wondered why french fries suddenly all seemed too crispy. People are literally frying them twice!?! Gross..

  • @aqdrk
    @aqdrk 6 лет назад

    I use the one basket, two fryers method - I cook the fries on medium in one fryer and keep the other on high. Once the fries are almost done, I quickly drop them in the hot fryer to get that golden, sweet exterior.

  • @farzana2890
    @farzana2890 9 лет назад +3

    Pls show how to make the perfect chocolate lava cake!!!!!!

  • @richrnndz2
    @richrnndz2 7 лет назад

    ha ha ha.. I sensed a double entendre from you Thomas, that sarcastic giggle/laugh said it all..

  • @ryanreyes5440
    @ryanreyes5440 8 лет назад +5

    How do fast food places get it like that in a single fry?

    • @andscifi
      @andscifi 8 лет назад +11

      Most of the time they cook them first and then freeze them.

    • @robertholtz
      @robertholtz 8 лет назад +22

      They don't. Most potatoes used for fast food fries have been par-fried then flash-frozen. What you see at the restaurant as the first fry is actually the second. Salt is also key -- not just for flavor but also texture.

  • @ericabarber7581
    @ericabarber7581 8 лет назад

    I love learning about food

  • @stonedreality5125
    @stonedreality5125 8 лет назад +166

    i bet this chef knows all about limp french fries :p

    • @Hugo_Dvz
      @Hugo_Dvz 8 лет назад +24

      Wow what a useful comment. Thanks so much for sharing your judgemental opinion that is entirely unnecessary. My hero

    • @stonedreality5125
      @stonedreality5125 8 лет назад +23

      hugo davies

    • @crackedsiren870
      @crackedsiren870 8 лет назад +4

      lmfao

    • @stonedreality5125
      @stonedreality5125 8 лет назад +19

      Regina George damn sorry i didnt put a trigger alert xD

    • @FaridShahidinejad
      @FaridShahidinejad 5 лет назад

      Ahahahahaha because his voice is effeminate.

  • @donnacolon2654
    @donnacolon2654 6 лет назад

    Well, dang, that was a nice tip to square off the potato before cutting. I've never done that, but wondered how some of them look the same shape over the years. Strange, how French fries was on my menu for this evening, so I just tried it and it worked. Thank you!

  • @thambidave
    @thambidave 8 лет назад +4

    LOL! Baeron Talbooty says the exact opposite, He says that You don't want as much starched and a little bit of moisture
    (If you know who Baeron Talbooty is a reference to I love you)

  • @Jana-x1n5h
    @Jana-x1n5h 2 года назад

    Tried and they are the best.

  • @SaraGhansar
    @SaraGhansar 8 лет назад +75

    too much work

  • @googo151
    @googo151 5 лет назад +1

    Best method after that first blanch, is to freeze them for about 20 minutes or longer, and finish them in that final stage hot oil. Crispy as f.....! 325 first fry and 375, second fry. If you blanch them in boiling water 1st, even better. Cool them down for a few minutes in the fridge or freezer then oil blanch at 325. Cool them and let sit, and finish your meat. While meat is resting, then hit them again for final stage fry, at 375 till cooked and lovely golden to lightly browned.

  • @Grumphuttock
    @Grumphuttock 9 лет назад +3

    a lot of faffing about to make some chips :)

  • @Selena19920722
    @Selena19920722 8 лет назад +1

    New advice, you could also boil the French fries for a few seconds, take the fries out, and then directly fry it. p.s. Hot water won't creat flash.

  • @soheilghane7910
    @soheilghane7910 6 лет назад +6

    "Freanch fries at home super simple"
    Took him a day and a half to make a plate of fries

  • @MitchsKitchenUK
    @MitchsKitchenUK 9 лет назад

    Ive watched 2 videos on this channel and I already love it. Such great production and tips, thank you!

  • @manystar
    @manystar 8 лет назад +9

    he is so cute

  • @emmanuelmejia7016
    @emmanuelmejia7016 8 лет назад

    Thomas Joseph is my food guru.

  • @evilpagan2342
    @evilpagan2342 8 лет назад +77

    Limp French Fries. Too much homoerotic energy here.

  • @hawnahjoon3285
    @hawnahjoon3285 5 лет назад +1

    Use lemon pepper taste so good

  • @henrytran1030
    @henrytran1030 8 лет назад +2

    Omg, that's how people make French Fries nowadays.

  • @acelakid94
    @acelakid94 8 лет назад

    I blanch my fries by cooking them in seasoned 170°F water with a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice added (keeps them from browning as much as in the video) for 15 minutes, then fry them in extra light olive oil for 5 minutes at 300°F.
    I make huge batches at a time and freeze them so I can have fries anytime without going through the whole process again; the frozen fries last for about a year. Whenever I want fries I take the blanched fries I froze and fry them at 375° for 7 minutes. They come out looking exactly like McDonald's fries, but taste much better and have a thin crunchy shell with a fluffy interior.

  • @koekjesdieven
    @koekjesdieven 7 лет назад +17

    French fries = bad thin McDonald fries
    Belgium fries = The one and only

    • @dunhillsupramk3
      @dunhillsupramk3 7 лет назад

      Belgium??? they know how to cook???

    • @jenna-rt3el
      @jenna-rt3el 7 лет назад +7

      they invented fries there lol

    • @evinusiii
      @evinusiii 6 лет назад

      dunhillsupramk3
      You are ignorant and bragging about it.

  • @craigm.thompson6686
    @craigm.thompson6686 5 лет назад

    Perfect I'll be making these in the next couple days thanks for the tips!

  • @someuser17
    @someuser17 8 лет назад +4

    400 °F = 204.4 °C
    Please fix the blackboard behind.

    • @kilqvc
      @kilqvc 8 лет назад +1

      perfect fries actually need 180*C this is from a belgian

    • @someuser17
      @someuser17 8 лет назад +5

      and this is related to my comment because...

  • @anindomahmud8276
    @anindomahmud8276 6 лет назад

    Previously, my french fries used to be all soggy, oily and insipid. Thanks to your video, my french fries are much crispier nowadays.

  • @ranikheir5272
    @ranikheir5272 8 лет назад +2

    "Simple" - maybe, but who would want to wait 4-12 hours for fries :p
    Can't we skip the soaking part?

  • @WsFood
    @WsFood 4 года назад +1

    It looks delicious. It's delicious with fries with ketchup.💚😄👍👍💙

  • @WillmacLMCD
    @WillmacLMCD 5 лет назад +6

    Me: Buys golden potatoes to make fries and watches this vid after
    Him: iTs ALl In tHE PotAToS, GolDEn aRE BAd

  • @u235u235u235
    @u235u235u235 2 года назад

    McDonald's partially fries their fries in the processing center, freezes them and ships. The restaurant then fries them (2nd time being fried), salts and serves. It's mostly the double frying method that removed the moisture the 1st time, so the 2nd frying really crisps them up.