Get ready to transform your ordinary french fries into a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds dance! 🔥 These Peri Peri French Fries are not just another side dish - they're a culinary adventure that brings the fiery Portuguese spice tradition right to your plate. Imagine crispy, golden potato strips coated in a tantalizing, spicy sauce that promises to turn your boring meal into an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Whether you're a spice lover or just looking to kick your fry game up several notches, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Portuguese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes
- 2 tbsp peri peri sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry completely with paper towels to ensure crispy fries.
- Cut potatoes into uniform, medium-thick french fry strips (approximately 1/2 inch thick), ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
- Soak the cut potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps achieve crispier fries.
- Drain the potato strips and thoroughly pat them dry using clean kitchen towels or paper towels.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) or prepare a deep fryer with vegetable oil heated to 350°F (175°C).
- If baking, arrange potato strips on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded and have space between them.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potato strips, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the potato's natural flavor.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, deep fry for 3-4 minutes until golden.
- Once cooked, immediately drizzle peri peri sauce over the hot fries, tossing to ensure even coating.
- Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with additional peri peri sauce if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy the spicy, crispy Peri Peri French Fries immediately.
Tips
- 🥔 Pro Cooking Tips for Perfect Peri Peri French Fries: • Always pat your potato strips completely dry before cooking - moisture is the enemy of crispy fries! • Soak potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps achieve that perfect crunch • Use a high-quality peri peri sauce for the most authentic flavor • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or fryer to ensure even cooking • For extra crispiness, consider double-frying or using a convection oven setting • Experiment with homemade peri peri sauce for a more personalized spice level • Serve immediately while hot and crispy for the best texture and flavor experience
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
