Dry-Rub French Fries

Total Time Prep: 20 min. + soaking Cook: 5 min./batch
Yield 6 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
These dry-rub french fries pack all the bold, smoky flavor of a backyard barbecue into a single crispy bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound russet potatoes
  • Oil for deep-fat frying
  • DRY RUB:
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. julienned strips; soak in cold water for 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, combine dry rub ingredients in a large bowl; set aside.
  3. Drain potatoes; pat dry with paper towels. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 340°. Fry potatoes in batches until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
  4. Increase heat of oil to 375°. Fry potatoes again in batches until crisp and golden brown, 1-2 minutes, turning frequently. Drain on paper towels; toss with dry rub. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 144 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 497mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein.

These french fries are seasoned with 11 dried herbs and spices! We toss the potatoes in the seasoning mix after they've come out of the fryer the second time for maximum crunch and flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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