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Mashed Potato Fries
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Mashed Potato Fries

Think you've had all the varieties of fries that exist? Think again, because you probably haven't tried these crispy Mashed Potato Fries!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 321kcal
Author Christie Matherne

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds large russet potatoes approximately 4 potatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • Oil for deep-frying

Instructions

  • Peel the potatoes and cut into large cubes. Keep them submerged in cold water to prevent browning.
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  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cool water.
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  • Mash the potatoes until smooth, seasoning with salt and pepper. The mixture should be stiff and hold together.
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  • Spread the mashed potatoes on a foil-lined jelly roll pan to a thickness of about ¾-inch. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
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  • Cut the chilled potato layer into fries. Carefully separate them, ensuring they do not break.
  • Prepare three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs, respectively. Season each lightly with salt.
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  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer as per the manufacturer's instructions. Prepare a wire rack with paper towels underneath.
  • Coat the fries in flour, dip in eggs, and then cover with breadcrumbs. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack.
  • Season with additional salt while hot and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 142mg | Potassium: 1019mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg