How to Make Crispy French Fries at Home (We tried 5 different techniques)

What makes the perfect french fry? I tried and tested 5 different methods to see which will result in the crispiest french fries.
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[@dracelynwaeyan399]

fries to me: potatoes, salt, hot oil fries to erwan: potatoes, soak overnight, steam, boil, alkaline water, freeze, fridge, frozen, hot oil, peanut oil, refried, leathery, mushy, creamy, social distancing

[@romelsantiago4946]

Social distancing....interesting😍

[@rhoniecelmadum5261]

That's why it is called "the perfect fries"..

[@jaqfishing]

erwan ang gwapo.. bagay kayo ni anne 👍👍👍👍 kahit milion na subscribers mo napa subscribes parin ako yung mukha mo kc parang may gayuma hahah char..

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ANGEL CRISOSTOMO are you talking to ace nylie??

[@joshuamm21]

Wow

[@nikkiabdon724]

When he hears cries at 7:08 then immediately say "Coming, Dahlia" so sweet

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[@RazBaz07]

You could littaraly hear 10.000 ovaries scream... 😏😂😂

[@jaspersamson143]

15 years later: Daughter vs Father Cook Off and Anne will be the Judge. 😍❤

[@mawiewamos]

Stan_SB19 Eh haha true!!!!! Maybe for now it’ll be Erwan vs Anne and baby girl will be the judge 😂😂

[@crystalh8893]

Yesssssssssss

[@mrbengut8227]

Shokogeku?anime?

[@sophialaurenneagunat443]

Erwan! Can I also do this to sweet potatoes?

[@user-dm9pj4cd6r]

When Erwan is cooking or baking, it’s seems like a professor that explaining mathematical formula in a class hahahhaha

[@popsonelopre6721]

Try watching "Alex" in youtube way more serious in cooking. He is a french dude.

[@mariacamille2630]

Hahahahahaha

[@KarlosMigell]

I know, right? HAHAHHAHAHAH

[@amelia_727]

As an engineer who kinda likes cooking, this is the first time I 'thumbs up' a tutorial, more likely, food engineering.

[@caylabarbara6450]

the level of how serious erwan is with fries: takes a paper and a marker edit: -whiteboard-

[@omegabad6514]

*writes 'pefect' instead of 'perfect'*

[@hilynkreuning5915]

omegabad really

[@TheBlockStreet]

The handwriting says you're a genius.

[@hilynkreuning5915]

TheBlockStreet thank you for that, omegabad must be a typical negative person only can see the error of other instead of the positive

[@caylabarbara6450]

pointing out a fault does not determine whether or not he is a pessimist

[@mikotimkang5006]

Me after watching this.. Jollibee crew: hi maam can i take your order? Me: i want a large fries that was boiled in alkaline water then froze for 24hours then fried at 260degrees then frozed separately then fried again at a high temperature.. and that is TO GO dear.. 😘😘😘 OMG!! i can really imagine myself slapped by the manager! 😂😂😂😂😂

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Hahahahaha 🤣

[@natsumegami]

Who cares if it took more than 14 minutes for a single video dedicated to French fries? Your videos are never boring and are so entertaining to watch. Very informative and full of useful insight. Thanks a lot for going over the extra mile for us to be able to cook the best fries at home. I'm gonna go and get some potatoes and will try this for myself. Edit: I made the fries exactly as you said. Boiling in alkaline water really made the texture better. The potatoes kept their shape and was less mushy. And yes, I fried them and put them in the freezer altogether; they didn't stick to each other. Fried them twice in the morning and got the perfect texture! Exterior is really crunchy but it's creamy inside. I seasoned them lightly with salt but it's also good on its own. My son was asleep during the morning so he ate his fries around dinner time and they're still crunchy! No way I'll buy frozen fries and fastfood ones which get soggy easily ever again. Thanks for going through the trouble of finding out the the BEST quality of homemade fries for us, Erwan. Do you think the same method will work for homemade potato chips?

[@apotheker0242]

"Once done, take them out and let them dry with some social distancing" -Erwan,2020 😂😂😂

[@jandrakesamonte1032]

Wow sarap po

[@DarkMoonDroid]

My fave!!! LOLOL

[@generaloirenec.410]

why do I love Erwan? because he is always do research on the product/dish that he is about to cook. YEEEES 👏

[@ivysy9543]

Hi Erwan! Hope this helps. 😁 You have 2 categories for the fries. The Fluff and the Crisp. Here's why the boiled first fries were better. Potatoes have starch you're right! So when you boil starch, the molecules "swell up" and absorb water, thus the fluff category. Now the oil dries up the water, then caramelizes it and creates "air pockets" that crisp up the fries Thanks for the French Fries experiment 😊

[@a24rplayz44]

The effort you’ve put into this is just amazing. Thank you for the information. ❤️

[@Animehero124]

Erwan: Makes really good fries in the matter of minutes Me: Struggling to peel the potato

[@featrmedia]

relatable

[@eggsandwich2001]

Haha

[@JudicaLuvPBuena]

Jaja😊

[@jacklynjose2476]

Quarantine be like to me: Cook and cook and cook look for recipes in youtube, facebook and other sources and definitely will try this one again. Another amazing video from erwan :)

[@featrmedia]

thanks for watching!

[@gelie6079]

You deserved a comment with a ❤❤❤. Hardworking, setting up those lights and camera to come up with inspiring and knowledgable content. 💯

[@julieanndelacerna72]

1. Boiled for 10mins in alkaline water 2. Freeze 3. Option A - Fry twice @ 260*c Option B - straight Freeze Individually OR 1. Boil in alkaline water 2. Fry @ 260*c 3. Freeze 4. The Next day, Fry @ 375F* Erwan, you putting so much effort on this makes me appreciate fries in different restaurants. you’ve been busy with Dahlia but still managed to share this to us.. Thank you 🥰. Give Ann and Dahlia a warm hug for me. I have been Ann’s fan ever since and even just watched her movies and shows when i was pregnant with my second daughter. My daughter didn’t look like her(hahaha) but still just so beautiful 😉 Now, Im also a FAN of yours looking at more updates on new recipes.. Cooking is ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ You guys keep safe and enjoy time together while baby is still a baby. ❤️❤️❤️

[@josephkern732]

Why does this dude sound like he's judging houses and not fries lol, if I was just listening on this video I would probably think he's reviewing real estate lol

[@DarkMoonDroid]

Puffy?

[@tsitnedance]

I'm so happy you shared the Winning Formula at 13:49. Was holding on to every bit of your notes there LOL. Thank you, as always, for doing all the hard work for us!

[@chrischristensen8516]

Hi Erwan, i tried out your method for the fries, i boiled them in alkaline water for 10 min, let them cool down. Then i fried them at low temp for 8 min. then i let them cool down again. Then i put them in the freezer until next day. Took them out of the freezer and fried them at high temperature for around 3 min, and they turned out so so goooooood. Same or maybe even a little better than in the restaurant. But a lot of work ;-) Thx for sharing m8

[@larahamourduerotolentino264]

when you're sad and hungry, just watched erwan's video being so detailed on his craft. ohh so satisfying 😁 cant wait for the father and daughter's kitchen bonding after few years 😁

[@jessamonica4577]

I see FRENCH FRIES, I click and got hungry watching

[@marabalms5301]

I love how you put an effort in every food you eat and tryna to find out what's the best process of cooking/making them. You're good but you get better everyday. Keep it up 💯

[@pharell21]

I love how it made me feel that cooking fries is synonymous to aerospace engineering. 🤣

[@marie-rd8ef]

Erwan: peel potato perfectly Me: peeling potato and boom* nothing left HAHAHHAHAHAHA

[@joshuamm21]

True though

[@niktwitterpated6570]

Erwan is so passionate about his interests. I'm actually inspired.

[@earlflores2852]

Can we also have different ways to eat fries? I want to know different recipes. Ex:Cheesy Fries, cheesy garlic fries, cheesy-bacon fries and etc. PLEASE MAKE THIS HAPPEN!

[@samanthalee8774]

I’m a food scientist graduate and here’s an explanation of fries: The higher starch content of the potato, the crispier the exterior and fluffier the interior. Cut also matters, the greater the surface area the greater the exterior contact with the oil, thus the crispier the fries. For brining process, adding salt to water causes osmosis reaction. Where water moves from low concentration to high concentration. This will help in texture, flavor and moisture retention. At this point you can add additional flavors that you want your fries to incorporate. You can also add vinegar to help with pectin retention. Pectin that is present in potatoes helps the potatoes keeps its form while cooking. As for cooking method you can try cold oil method where you start frying your fries in cold oil. Pectin breaks down at 170 degrees Fahrenheit so it keeps the potato intact. Do this is if you want to eat your fries right away after brining. The precooking process like boiling allows some sugars to be wash away. Thus reducing the chance of burning. Initial frying after boiling removes moisture and allows the starch granules to go into gelatinization process, this is where you get the fluffy part of the fries. Freezing the potato’s after initial frying will convert leftover water into ice crystals which will then evaporate and convert into steam after the final fry. Which will create a more fluffier interior of the fries. As for final frying, the high heat will cause Millard reaction. Which gives the fries the golden brown color and the the crispy exterior we all want.

[@samanthalee8774]

Fun hack as well that food industries do with fried food to make food crispier and retain its crispy texture for a longer period of time is to soak it in citric acid solution.

[@juayms5528]

if you notice this, i'm gonna do all the chores here in our house ♡

[@featrmedia]

guess you have to do chores now

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You two are the perfect match. LMAO

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Juaymah Maureen Fajardo yan na nga kailangan mo din yan hahahaha

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With matching videos of course lol!

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hahahhaa

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You were not kidding when you said it needs a separate video. That was a journey in itself 😅

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I have never appreciated my local takeaways until after this🤦‍♀️😂😂

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risty ryder I couldn't agree more. He lost me with all the temperature you have to watch out for. I guess I'd be better of buying like you 🤣😅

[@aizapalallos]

0:44 that's the real pronunciation of the word. Kuya Erwan, ang cute mo talaga!!!

[@BsBucWiLD]

The ending method that you described is how almost ALL french fries are mass produced in factories. I make fries a lot at home. The step that I am going to add is the alkaline boil step... i never considered that part. Cut fries in french fry cutter, 7 potatoes 1/4 in. Soak in ice water salt bath for 3 hours, about 1/2 cup salt and several cups of ice on top to hold the fries under the water. Bring large pot to boil add the baking soda for 4 mins or so. (the step i plan to add) Dry off and low temp fry 275 Degrees for 4-5 mins. 1/2 baking sheet and lay the fries out in a single layer, add parchment and make a second layer. place in freezer for overnight and then transfer to a large plastic bag When I cook them, i fry them between 4-7 mins, depending on how many i cook in a batch.

[@andrewstambaugh240]

Best french fry video ever. This is the kind of coming video i look for: concise comparison of techniques and results, leading to something i can practically use. Hope to see more.

[@jomai1072]

7:10 Dahlia: so noisy dady Erwan: coming dahlia 😍 hope you notice this po

[@angelicaatienza2649]

You have no idea how much comfort I have been getting by simply watching, understanding your master piece (Videos). Thank you Sir

[@kyawtnandarmoethettin9742]

I tried it, boiled with alkaline water for 10min, dried, fried for 15 min at low heat, freeze overnight and refried. The taste was really good. I don't cook often and I even surprised by myself. Thanks ;)

[@Toto-wy5ub]

Is it just me who thinks that his diction is relaxing? The good cooking stuff is an added delight.

[@user-uq8uz4xg2l]

Loved how everything got paused when he heard his daughter crying. ‘Coming, Dahlia’. Awe.

[@arnoldjose2941]

this method gave me the best results yet ,i tried making them before but the exterior would always come out leathery, i also tried freezing them after the first fry but it took lot longer to crisp up and made the fries oily in the process, this was the most informative video i could find yet thanks for the video.

[@sufipunk18]

It helps to show when deciding on the final recipe/method to show the actions like cooking in alkaline water then freezing etc etc as well to better understand the full method.

[@Yvierojo]

I do oil blanching, dunno if that is the right term. Then, I put some cornstarch and freeze it. The cook it again in oil. Just saw from other yt videos. But this, woooohhhh. So much passion. You're so awesome Erwan! 😊

[@hungryasianmermaid]

We do the same technique in the Netherlands! Only, we fry it with sunflower oil or soya oil. And then I use beef broth powder instead of salt. And here we dip it in peanut sauce, mayonaise with chopped onions!

[@rosec6969]

I will peel, poke holes in my potatoes, cover and microwave them for a couple of minutes until they’re BARELY done, then chop them, straight up fry them, take them out, coat them in a mix of cornstarch, baking soda, and Cajun seasoning and then fry them again and it is FAST and tastes so good 👌

[@peter4422]

Best option, buy a packet of pre-fried french fries and fry directly from the freezer.

[@sharlenegumpal-azcona8001]

Hands down sa research, shoot, luto, hugas, edit, voice over, etc. Ako napagod sayo! Nice vid!

[@zhaneinamac1053]

Perfect potato fries are more complicated than my lovelife.

[@jouellemaxinegayon299]

The “dry them out with some social distancing” is like trendy 😂

[@poysflores3917]

Erwan: I am not a scientist Also Erwan: We will activate the starch in the potato, talked about pectin and other jargons that I didn't heard until now.

[@nadinesulit8313]

I watched it 5times and then press download... Ur the best f.fries maker...

[@chinitaortegaflores126]

Belgium European people loves to eat fries and different kinds of cooking potatoes like mashed potatoes , Crocketten and others because here in Belgium Europe they dont eat much rice...when i cook here at home i like fresh potatoes for fries and easy for me to cook...thanks for sharing watching Belgium Europe here

[@trainingwtroop]

Erwan : has time and patience to fry multiple batches of fries. Me : Can’t even have patience to boil water.

[@krishnamogato6882]

Tried the one boiled in alkaline water (used baking soda) and freezing it. By far the best fries ever!

[@mitzidelgado9009]

The French guy fries the frickin' best french fries.

[@00ooKENBoo00]

this would've been so cool back in my elementary years. like.. what's your science project? FRIES

[@mtv08]

Sakto to ngayong quarantine🤤

[@seedtvforlife4137]

You are so obsessed. You will be famous chef in the near future

[@florcipriano8838]

You are so patient and so serious in cooking fries. Experimenting on fries? I learned a lot! Your great!

[@alyssaanneenierga]

I’ve been wanting to do homemade fries for weeks! Thanks for the video, Erwan!

[@OlaTVProductions]

Andameng time sa ECQ!

[@JM-gy8jz]

It seems like I am the only one who noticed that "R" is missing. Maybe "R" is very sad right now since Erwan forgot to put it. 00:45

[@hcthp]

Thank you Erwan! I made the saline water fries and kimchi after watching your videos. You've helped me grow in my cooking skills. God bless you 🙏

[@msforehead8389]

When I cooked potato fries, my heart was crying because it's not perfect but now I have to watch this so I can make good one. Thanks Erwan😊

[@dcm80s36]

My favorite french fries recipe is Chrissy Teigen’s salt and vinegar fries - basically just add a cup of white vinegar and a generous amount of salt in your boiling water.

[@kimmyah2553]

This is how to scientifically cook a fries 😂

[@irishunnicuttbazilli3408]

you're the cutest, like, a 14 min video testing and talking about fries?????

[@kennethalvaro5114]

that glow in your face and the happiness of being a father❤

[@emsi9843]

Erwan is not just good in cooking,,, he's a genius! 🤯

[@nana_jaeminsexy]

Been watching you since you have 900k subs now you already have 2.2m subs. Congrats, more vids to come with Dahlia and Anne 💚

[@leelanloripearson1302]

The amount of nerd muscle being pulled in this qualitative experiment is exciting. High, covid youtube binge watching is paying off!!!!

[@gabbys.9582]

Others: Notice the fries Me: Notice how clean the house

[@jowen23]

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[@DarkMoonDroid]

Wow!! I thot baking my own bread was alot of work! And I lost count how many variables you controlled for here. Just... 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@joypron119]

Erwan he is not ordinary a vlogger he is proffesional chef.he know how to differentiate they cooked.

[@lynpearl9169]

When you don't know how to cook but keep on watching erwan's video coz you are amaze.. 😅😅

[@dangskie8259]

Guys you shoud try this its worth it and it taste so good. I was surprised that it wasso crispy 🙌🏼

[@kwokiekwok]

Thanks dude! You know your fries, followed your alkaline boil, freeze overnight and fried the next day - best fries we've had at home 👌

[@juliusdaruca4146]

potato episode has always been the best eps...

[@abby8242]

I can't cook for shtt soo I'll just watch🥺😂

[@featrmedia]

but this is super easy!

[@gabrielleantonio8783]

"Thats a lot of information just for french fries." Well if you want your fries to really taste good HAHAHHA

[@evapadilla5214]

“let em dry out with some social distancing” 😂

[@jameymonster7530]

because of this, now i'm craving for a damn french fries. help!

[@ceresluzarraga9471]

I was just watching Masterchef Canada and one of the judges said that a great cook cooks in his mind, tastes the food in his mind. He dreams of food. Your game plan definitely reminded me of that. ❤

[@MrHeat48]

I have baking soda, good, let's make some fries. Love your video, so much effort in there.

[@dellunzaga3067]

I thought this is biochemistry: carbohydrates>Starch RNutritionist-Dietitian here 🙋

[@calebsalvatierra3465]

Even though erwan said do not fry raw potatoes, there is a method you can do when making fries from raw potatoes; the cold oil method(here don't have to boil the potatoes). 1. Cut the potatoes(with peel or no peel) in desired size(I prefer shoestring) but don't cut it to thick because it will be a potato wedge or chippy chip. 2. Soak the potatoes in cold water for at least 3 mins. 3. Before you fry them, pat dry the potatoes with a paper towel because you don't want the oil to be splattering while cooking. 4. Cold oil method: in a deep skillet, place the fries first then put about enough oil (I prefer neutral oils such as canola or peanut) then fry them until the fries are golden brown, this is the longest process because the oil is cold it will take time(at least 45 mins). 5. Right after you fry them sprinkle the fries with salt to prevent it from being soggy and also to season it. 6. Serve them hot with or without sauce such as ketchup or mustard. I prefer a sauce that will cut the oiliness of the french fry.

[@featrmedia]

Yup I showed that method :)

[@calebsalvatierra3465]

omg you notice my comment♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ I've been doing some of you're recipes since last year hahahhaahhahahah

[@euniceeng]

"Making Perfect" from BA vibess! Love it

[@Spankyblack69]

Im a foodaholic but wow!! Thats a lot of work. Great research pal. Good job.

[@jemtv1664]

So smart of you Erwan! Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@anncha7373]

I came back after trying erwan’s last method. Boil and cool and cook them and then cool and cook. It’s a long process but it’s worth it :)

[@cyrusstanola3929]

would love a video on different fries recipes like poutine, cheesy bacon fries, etc etc

[@janelesguerra6457]

Wow. I didnt know how complicated it is to make the perfect french fries. Kudos to you for studying how to 👌🏼

[@quentdavesombrio]

I really appreciate the effort in trying different techniques. Hope to see more of your videos!

[@AssorTeeVee]

Super Idol. Walang wala ang po ang maka katalo...avid fun sa mga cooking session nyu po. hugs po ng marami.

[@marygracebalicat8222]

If you're in the medical field, you'll notice that he used a Leukoplast to label the fries. Or is it just me?😂

[@jcg2909]

Mary Grace Balicat hahaha I noticed it too 🤣🤣 wala sigurong tape paper sa Australia 🤣🤣

[@TalMontero]

Same! Hahaha

[@iambrutallyfrank1737]

He really is from TASTY. Trying everything to find out the perfect recipe. Good job!

[@scarletrose_9848]

Watching Erwan cooking french fries while I am eating Choco Chip cookies hahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@1sabelaMaria]

The title should be.. The chemistry of a fry ❤️⚗️

[@mietv5120]

French fries lng naman gusto ko pero bat andami kong nakitang chechebureche😂 Wow ka tlga ser erwan🥺

[@JaysonWorldVlog]

Road To 3 million Subscribers Mr. ERWAN, im still supporting you till end ,More power and keep safe to your family and also to Baby Amèlie

[@crissan8928]

I never thought french fries could be done with analysis method. Most people just cook it directly hahahaha

[@jofilmoncada8993]

Best thing to do while in quarantine is to watch and learn from you sir Erwan!

[@chillsea4546]

I loooovveee you videos so much! The contents are not just purely cooking but you also do little experiments about food! Helps a lot :))

[@michelbrandy261]

i never knew until now that there are lot of ways to fry french fries.thanks erwan.