Japan's Secret French Fry Obsession | Street Eats

Loaded French fries are the ultimate street food! But if you’ve had any random French fry dish, you’ve pretty much had them all! So, today we’re going to do something new and update the classic English chips and curry sauce with Japanese ingredients!
Wanna learn how to make a brand new, upgraded version of Korean Street Toast? Check out this video: • My New Favorite Breakf...
Ingredients:
S&B Curry Sauce Mild: geni.us/kxAI
S&B Curry Sauce Medium Hot: geni.us/LzmY
S&B Curry Sauce Hot: geni.us/3cLBRB
S&B Curry Sauce Extra Hot: geni.us/rQiNF
Vermont Curry Sauce Medium Hot: geni.us/mJs4c8R
Vermont Curry Sauce Hot: geni.us/GoonM
Japanese Curry Variety Pack Medium Hot: geni.us/0bweGgn
Japanese Curry Variety Pack Hot: geni.us/MX0iVt
Shichimi Togarashi: geni.us/AO5NP
Ichimi Togarashi: geni.us/8lw9Hw
Finely Shredded Bonito: geni.us/99wLjTs
Kizami Nori: geni.us/vXzReOF
Aonori: geni.us/BIxk33d
Black Sesame seeds: geni.us/dcDPzsI
White Sesame seeds: geni.us/qC9OOY
Kitchen gear in video:
Baking sheet: geni.us/KJQxnsf
Baking sheet grid: geni.us/AC3NBh
Air Fryer: geni.us/bYiNKI
Butane burner: geni.us/yXYxEf9
Deep-fryer: geni.us/myev5y
Misono UX10 Chef's Knife: geni.us/0NB5
Induction Cooktop: geni.us/mOpIF
John Boos Work Table: geni.us/XZXk
Diamond Brand Kosher Salt: geni.us/PiO2h
Music by Epidemic Sound (free 30-day trial! Affiliate link): share.epidemicsound.com/v23gld
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Jason Farmer may earn commissions from qualifying purchases from amazon.com
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[@farmageddon]

Wanna learn how to make a brand new, upgraded version of Korean Street Toast? Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYG7h32DgZV4i9k

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Will do! You always deliver!🎉🎉🎉🎉😂

[@goodguygto]

Can you use tater tots? Or basically try it with tater tots!

[@farmageddon]

You totally can! When I made this for my dad to test he asked for tater tots! They're really good!

[@goodguygto]

​@@farmageddon When you have time, is it possible for you to do a whole video of tater tots? As in the best frozen brand to buy.

[@brettdavis5555]

Made your toast with bologna. Was awesome!

[@RaphiRou]

"It's not gonna win any beauty pageants" this is probably the most beautiful plate of fries I've ever seen!

[@sikwitit773]

But is it a certified hood classic and what hood he from? 😂

[@traphimawari7760]

@@sikwitit773 the white neighborhood the most savage of them all

[@XeL__]

since it dosent have 2 inch of plaster botox injection and implant yea i prefer fries!

[@Aurora.exists264]

@@traphimawari7760😂

[@townsends]

I think this just needs a little nutmeg to set it off.

[@farmageddon]

😂😅 I'm phoning the Japanese consulate as we speak!!

[@kayagorzan]

Nutmeg may be a good idea

[@fightingblindly]

This guy and his nutmeg!

[@christianalmqvist5697]

This comment was the greats crossover since the Avengers

[@KingPinguofDingu]

I did not expect to see townsends here, but it is a pleasant and welcome surprise~

[@emraef]

lmfao "this is a certified hood classic" really caught me off guard

[@Coop772]

I love your presentation style, man. Such a satisfying blend of silly humor and well researched information!

[@farmageddon]

Hey, thanks, man! I really appreciate that!

[@mollieh1312]

Love your videos Coop!! hope you enjoy your retirement from Nerf content, we're all excited to see what's next from you ❤

[@blankblanny]

Huh. Fancy seeing you here!

[@jimmysta2348]

Good to see you man!!

[@MichaelGrode]

Air fryer and frozen french fries are a severely underrated combination in the KZbin food space. It's pretty much the only way I have been making french fries the last few years. Mainly because it's so easy, but good to know that it has your stamp of approval!

[@ElJosher]

Indeed

[@XeL__]

maybe its better people dont consume thats on the potato tho, maybe better not intoxicate population with the crust of oils, and air fries.. potato than frozen potato burnt in oils

[@pamelaparsons9046]

I agree. In the air fryer is the way to go.

[@zZiL341yRj736]

Air fryer? Why are you so weak?

[@coreymulvaney3557]

The only way to make fries now

[@johncra8982]

Imagine working at a grocery store and seeing a guy pull up to the checkout with a bag of every single french fry brand you have in stock 😅

[@farmageddon]

that person exists! Her name is Stacey and she works at my local Kroger! :)

[@sahej6939]

@@farmageddonsweet potato roasted wedges are so easy homemade … no need to fry and better than fried fries!

[@tanders4444]

Something about how you present just connects with me. I honestly think it’s the visuals that accompany everything you discuss, even what not to do. Thank you for your awesome videos!

[@farmageddon]

Thank you! I sincerely appreciate that!

[@ryanj610]

The videos keep getting better. I love the "different methods", lets us see what works, and scalability for our cooking level/ingredients.

[@jc13781]

Using furikake as seasoning on fries is also amazing. Never had it w the curry but I have often made fries w furikake and nori and dipped in Japanese mayo and ketchup w a dash of soy sauce and pinch of MSG 🎉

[@KingPinguofDingu]

I was thinkin just this, furikake will make a great seasoning to the fries.

[@Talmorne]

oooo I need to try this

[@telebubba5527]

I got me some wasabi furikake. It's the best!

[@jbomb7867]

There's a local restaurant that prides themselves in their fresh cut fries and have multiple options for potato varieties and cuts. Sometimes I ask what variety is frying up best that day because they can differ a lot from batch to batch.

[@BLR1GBattlemaster]

I've used both Oreida and Lamb Weston, and really, they're both great. But, what you really want is the style of fries: crispy / restaurant style. It's out of this world crispy because they use one ingredient: rice flour. They coat the fries in it before frying, and it just makes them so crispy, you can't go back.

[@mojojojotokyo]

The funny thing is that fries aren't commonly eaten like this in Japan. You usually see these tricked out "super Japanized" preparations at overseas izakayas obviously because they're trying to stand out, but the local ones here usually just serve normal fries. The common flavors you'd find would be nori-shio (powdered seaweed and salt), consomme soup powder, maaaybe mentaiko butter.

[@BestBrandsPerfume]

You're about to EXPLODE: The research and knowledge shared in this video is both educational and informative.

[@farmageddon]

Thanks, brother! Great to see you!

[@thernielle]

You, Sir, are amazing! That was a very thorough video, and to a Japanese cooking enthusiast like me, this is just a wonderful idea as I have all the ingredients in my kitchen. Cheers!

[@robertoalbertorodriguez2170]

Love the technical way you present information about simple fries, curry and seasoning.

[@liuszuling]

Thank you! I love fusion recipes and would love to see more videos like this❤❤

[@resilient1234]

great video! It's been a while since i've finished a youtube video haha. thoroughly researched, excellent production without the extra dramatized nonsense. thank you!! looking forward to more content!

[@farmageddon]

Thank you! I really appreciate your kind words! I should have another video out in about a week!

[@polishhockeyfan]

Love content like this and how you try to make things accessible and down to earth for the average home cook.

[@lorel747]

Glad this guy does all the experimenting and distils the information for us. Thanks a lot

[@Tesdinic]

Thank you Jason-san for another fantastic video. The egg dipping sauce sounds next level.

[@knightsofneeech]

Just, stellar. I love your straightforward content. You have a great teaching talent. You come across with the information so well! Thank you for all the great research and pictorials

[@davidhalldurham]

Thank you so much, Jason. We appreciate your hard work and knowledge.

[@farmageddon]

Thank you, David! It's great to see you again! I hope you have a wonderful day!!

[@Ultran122]

Really well made video, you definitely deserve way more subs!

[@KirkLove1]

Best cooking channel in the world. Love when a new video drops. It's like Christmas morning. Thanks Jason!

[@farmageddon]

Hey, thanks a lot! I sincerely appreciate you! That is so very kind!

[@benallan5078]

Found your channel today, absolutely hooked This is suprisingly similar to a lot of dishes in the north of England. Chips and curry sauce are a certified banger . Looking forward to trying this leveled up version!

[@farmageddon]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@duketogo7744]

you are soooo underrated, i hope you keep making these awesome videos!! will share with a lot of my foodie friends

[@aldazor]

Your videos are all gold my man. Love the dry humor and no nonsense style.

[@farmageddon]

Thank you!

[@ParkerHallberg]

Dude, you calling out the fries in the aisle was so good! Thanks for all the research you put in, the fries look great!

[@farmageddon]

Thank you, Chef! I sincerely appreciate you!

[@plwadodveeefdv]

Except Checker's fries are phenomenal. "Weird taste" tf outta here

[@tanchau9394]

I love your video and how educational they are. I feel like im learning how to cook and actually understanding whats going on for once. Can I request more japanese dish found in restaurant like katsudon. I love the dish and would love to taught how to how to cook them properly.

[@farmageddon]

hey, thanks a lot! I sincerely appreciate you and I'm glad you've found some value in the videos! I hope you have a wonderful day!

[@me.cooking]

Looks so delicious 😍 Nice recipe and preparation 🤩 Thank you for sharing 😊❤❤👍

[@photogami]

So informative, another great video as usual! Thank you

[@AtomicSniper22]

A great method i found to cook the fries is to coat them in a neutral oil before baking, it makes them much more crispy. I usually just add a small amount of oil and the fries in a bowl and toss them to get the fries covered

[@geniuspharmacist]

This channel deserves millions of subscribers. Very scientific and very educational. Keep going Jason... You'll have millions of subscribers in no time.

[@farmageddon]

Thank you!!

[@AJ12Gamer]

I'm learning so much. Thanks! Subbed

[@cookingfooddailylife]

You are the best Jason. I really enjoy with your French Fry

[@davidmortimer9764]

In the north of England we *love* chips and curry (or chips & gravy, specifically) so hearing about this recipe is fantastic, and I'm definitely going to be trying it, thank you! (Especially love the advice on the air-fryer, I use mine for just about everything these days, including store-bought pizza.)

[@taistealai5523]

from Ireland, can confirm, chips and curry is pretty common here

[@moogleboy]

Always a good day when Jason uploads a video!

[@dedelin4356]

What a very interesting dish! I totally agree with you about cooking fries in the air fryer!

[@fionamb83]

Curry fries (and sometimes curry and cheese fries) are like a staple in Ireland. And we still got flamed during that whole Britain vs US takeaway food argument, despite us actively trying to stay out of the UK's battles 🤣

[@-RONNIE]

Thanks for the video. I will try it out sometime in the middle of the week. I agree with you about the frozen fries it's such easy to use them instead of possibly soggy fries from regular homemade potatoes. Also having your place smelling like fried oil is not good that's why I cook stuff like that outside.

[@trymellow8914]

I just subbed under a minute thank you for being a straightforward fast talker 👌🏾

[@JGushi87]

I have not seen those like that in Japan, but the idea is amazing! Subbed!

[@allan_koia]

Love your videos bro. You make me look good 😂😂😂 you're a pretty good teacher

[@anthonyv6002]

Informative with great humor my guy

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

I love your videod man! Alwaysske my mouth water! 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@Krunked]

i love your content man.

[@farmageddon]

thank you!

[@doraima29]

Wow!, this is another great idea! I am going to try this version of fries.

[@paulstevens1493]

Excellent fries. Your recipe are so consistently good that I make just about every one now, way more than I make from any other chef.

[@farmageddon]

Thank you very much, Paul. I sincerely appreciate that!

[@SuperSaiyaman3]

5:09 if you don't want to chop, you can do like how they dissolve miso: put the block in a ladle with some boiling water, and stir inside until it dissolves

[@ToxinArrow]

"Politely, yet firmly" Yeah homeboy is a King of the Hill watcher for sure

[@farmageddon]

Gotta represent the great state of Texas!

[@henotic.essence]

Wow this looks delicious! Love your sense of humor, too 😂

[@sandergtgt]

hey man, love the vid!

[@zloungeact]

I love your videos and wish u uploaded more often

[@farmageddon]

thank you!

[@Furluge]

If you want frozen fries and you can get yourself into a restaurant supply store like Restaurant Depot and you have a big enough freezer you can get frozen fries that are excellent and about as cheap as unprocessed potatoes. Also, personally I've come to prefer frying once I got T-Fal's fryer where you just turn a knob and it filters the oil into a storage box.

[@igiveupfine]

absolutely awesome. i knew none of this. thank you so much.

[@farmageddon]

hey, what's up!!

[@aroymart]

Your videos are always so good and your humor is almost unexpectedly funny

[@farmageddon]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@UrMom-yf2nr]

Air fryer is great for frozen foods but you gotta shake the hell outta it to get even crispiness. But my dude, I’ve seen your other Asian food vids and I gotta say your choice and knowledge of Asian sauce and spices would make my grandma proud lmao

[@MomosuzuNenechi]

Well done Jason-san! I look forward to the next video as always. Much love

[@farmageddon]

Thank you! It's nice to see you again! :)

[@Hellblazer1785]

nice! i have been waiting for another video of yours

[@farmageddon]

thanks for watching! I sincerely appreciate your support!

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Yesss a Jason Farmer drop!! Commenting to show engagement to the algorithm because you deserve it so much... thank you and keep it upppp

[@farmageddon]

Thank you very much! I appreciate you!

[@miguelpalmerin4323]

great lighting in this video! 👍

[@osobaum]

Brilliant, thank you!

[@Pssdoff3072]

Love your videos Jason-san!

[@farmageddon]

Why, thank you!! I really appreciate you!

[@OctopusLips]

I love your videos dude. I always cook your Chinese fried rice recipe 💯

[@farmageddon]

thank you! I'm glad you enjoy the rice!!

[@kuhliloach8842]

This video inspired me to try the small Mainstays 2.2 quart air fryer since Target could not "find" any of the ones "in stock". The LambWeston fries are OK but they have that junk food vibe. My first batch was good and I will cook them a few extra minutes next time. I want to learn how to make fries from scratch now.

[@SuperNachtAktiv]

probably one of the most underrated food channels on youtube!

[@TrailBlazer5280]

Very nice it looks delicious. The recipe has some steps but they really aren't hard if you are ok doing simple prep, especially since you have to wait for the fries to cook anyway.

[@goatphew]

the whole time I was watching this video I was thinking how this is just a chips and curry recipe, glad I stuck around until the end of the video, I know this is a banging recipe

[@MagicGate814]

This is the first time I've heard of these fries dish from Japan. Looks yummy

[@yarukineez0]

Respect for all the research and testing you did for the fries! The "62° egg" is called onsen tamago btw

[@billodonoghue9781]

00:06 let me blur out the golden curry sauce while standing next to a shelf full of golden curry sauce 😂. As for the food, looks great and def yummy.

[@Lin-ij9vk]

absolutely delicious personally, a quick and easy cheat I would suggest is to buy furikake as substitute for the bonito flakes, the nori, and sesame seeds as it's pretty much the same thing (with a few more additives... sugar and msg). also very fun fact, bonito flakes are very light and would typically "dance" and wiggle if you put it on hot foods. You commonly see it in takoyaki and okonomiyaki)

[@luke125]

This channel is great. Talk about useful.

[@farmageddon]

Thank you!

[@luke125]

@@farmageddon Thank you dude. Keep the videos coming. I dig ‘em.

[@zadokamar1651]

Trying Japanese cusine lately and I used home made furikake that was left over and put it on my pizza, it was surprisingly good. Going to try these fries next and experiment a little. Thank you for the video, very inspiring.

[@plantdaddy544]

Great video. Very well done!

[@farmageddon]

Thank you!

[@Cezguy]

I always use Golden currry, the hot version. And yes, I knew this cheat-code for cutting them up to small pieces. Reall good stuff!

[@aaron74]

I am learning soooo much about what to look for at Asian food stores, thanks to your videos. I bet you have an H-Mart in your market; we don't have one in Minneapolis (yet)!

[@farmageddon]

Hey, Aaron! Yeah, we have a few H Marts down here! They're really nice. I usually shop at Jusgo or 99 Ranch just because they're closer to me. But if I need really thick pork belly, I always go to H Mart. Great store!

[@LindseyLouWho]

I can't help but laugh my butt off when Jason, at 9:25, referred to his Japanese curry fries as, "A certified hood classic." :) #FrozenFries #ThugLyfe (In all honesty, love your content and your amazing dedication to the craft!)

[@farmageddon]

😎 why, thank you! I sincerely appreciate you!! :)

[@spacearabica]

the way he said that in such a 'howdy doody' manner had me rolling.

[@trystinpowell8981]

Honestly, I'm black, and i did too 🤣

[@kazuhiramiller2121]

I thought I was the only one laughing af with it, the execution was perfect

[@suprememedjai4433]

It took me by surprise. I'm watching alone and I said audibly, " hold up did this mutha fucka just say certified hood classic". He definitely received a like for that.

[@olayas]

Thank you cross the world for the wonderful time you spend to give us such yummy recipes....I have a suggestions to show us a cold dip sauce for burgers and other option take care

[@farmageddon]

I'll put that on my list of dishes to investigate!! :)

[@bbqfetus-the_don_grilluminati]

i been gettin that same brand of fries for a minute now, they really are the best

[@petef15]

Try putting anything frozen like that into the oven when it's cold. As the oven comes up to temp they thaw and you don't overcook the outside vs inside so much.

[@farmageddon]

great tip! I'm gonna have to try that out!

[@anonarchist1936]

England has also been putting curry sauce on its fries for decades, 'salt and (chilli) pepper' also a common way of doing fries, but we don't tend to add bonito flakes. However, the fries are commonly served with fish. Same stuff added in the slightly thicker than fries chips, both of which are popular takeaway dishes.

[@Puppy52]

Made the sauce for home made tonkatsu don dinner tonight! Thanks 😁😁

[@sinewave999]

The French Fry GOAT is the McCain Super-Fry Crinkle Cut. Mega crispy outside when browned but still soft and pillow-like inside. Holds crispines in sauce for tens of minutes

[@toinks302]

it's givinggg... japanese poutine. i like this tho! cant wait to try. thank you for doing so much tests tho omfg i cant imagine

[@chinchillatwitch7234]

So here in the Netherlands, we love our fries, and we even have this thing called a snackbar, which are bars not for drinks but snacks, aka mostly fries. Everyone uses frozen fries. Deepfry'ing is the best, but after that the airfryer (funny that you use a dutch brand!), then the oven. Personal deepfryers are pretty inexpensive here and also safe, so we tend to go for that, but all options can work. We also got "oven" fries, which are deepfrozen fries, that are especially made for going into the oven instead of the deepfryer. We also have our own curry, which looks allot like the japanese one you just made. Loved the video, i am a fan of loaded fries, we even got our own loaded fries here which is called "barberstation", but in dutch, since it was invented at a barberstation. You should try it out, cause its our certified hood classic!

[@felix-the-mongoose]

I used to work at a burger restaurant that had some of the best fires I've ever tried. everyone would say the same after trying. they were frozen fries, but since there are many sorts you have to try until you have the correct one, and the other was the type of oil used.

[@coachmcguirk6297]

Asking them politely but firmly to leave. I love the king of the hill reference. 👏

[@farmageddon]

I love Home Movies too!

[@johnqsak]

I do like the Ore-Ida crinkle. they have a nice crunch to them

[@BomageMinimart]

I've been making a dish that is carmelized onions, sautéed mushrooms & green peppers and baked tater tots with S&B curry sauce for years so finding this video was cool. Subbed to see what else ya got.

[@dasbooterror]

...This came across my suggested feed just now... and TIL: the best French fry to buy at my local walmart. You got my subscription!

[@farmageddon]

thank you!! I sincerely appreciate your support!

[@betaomega04]

I'll second the recommendation for Lamb Weston. Far and away the best frozen fry I've come across.

[@RobertPendell]

I remember working in a restaurant 22 years ago and fresh potatoes were used. We made our fries from scratch with a fries cutter that was mounted right to the wall.

[@vialfurglitch]

This seems like a great recipe. Also, I find it funny that you blurred out the curry at 0:06 but didn't do so for the ones in the back lol

[@farmageddon]

😎

[@Smuggerino]

I love the censoring of the secret ingredient, even the greatest detectives would've had to struggle finding what it was without watching the video

[@belshazzarbk4247]

love your videos, is there plans on making Japanese curry?

[@farmageddon]

I think I will at some point!

[@Dina_tankar_mina_ord]

I've just discovered your channel. The only thing I don't like is that I wasn't subscribed from the start. I am a food nerd deluxe, and your format is just right for me. It's easy, well-explained, but not sloppy or half-assed. I was skeptical against air fryers at first, only turning to deep-frying for the best fries. But then I got a super deal on an air fryer for about 10 bucks, and now I think they make the absolute best fries if you use the right kind. The only thing that's a downer with air vs. deep-fried is the time. Thanks for the upload.

[@conan900]

I finish my Japanese curry sauce with a bit of cream. Balances flavors nicely and improves texture.

[@charlenemack7040]

Jason, you have a very nice pleasant voice. I just thought you should know this. Have a wonderful weekend. 💙🥔🍟

[@farmageddon]

Thank you, Charlene! I hope you have a wonderful day!

[@Luka1180]

You can also get a fry cutting iron. A specific tool meant for making potato cuts for fries that are godly and perfect.