May 18th 2022 - Monica Cunanan
Have you Tried These 20 Different Types of Fries?
Whether you love a good traditional french fry or chili cheese fries, you have most likely tried different types of fries already. But what if we tell you that there are more ways to enjoy them?
French fries are created by cutting potatoes into wedges or sticks and then deep-frying, air frying, or even baking them. They are served with sandwiches, burgers, and even just by themselves.
Here we show our list of different types of fries that you need to try:
1. Traditional /Standard Fries
Traditional fries are simple, consisting of nothing but potato cut into strips and deep-fried. But just because they're basic doesn't mean you can't make them interesting—there are plenty of ways to change things up and make traditional fries your favorite side dish.
- Pop them in a deep fryer or an air fryer until golden brown and you're good to go.
- The best way to serve them? With ketchup or mayo, which can be added as a sauce on top or mixed in with the fries themselves. Some people prefer vinegar for dipping their fries as well!
2. Baked Oven Fries
Baked oven fries are healthier than deep-fried potatoes. They're also easy to make and great for parties. And they're just as delicious! To get started, you'll need:
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil or coconut oil (you can use another high-heat cooking fat if you prefer)
- 2 pounds of potatoes cut into potato slices or wedges
- 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste, if desired)
3. Poutine Fries
Cheese curds and gravy are combined with French fries to create poutine. It's a popular Canadian snack that can also be found at festivals and fairs.
You can make poutine with different meats like ham, pulled pork, or even bacon. However, the traditional version includes just french fries, gravy, and cheese curds.
4. Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato fries are a healthier choice along with baked potato fries for those who like to munch on something crunchy and sweet.
- They're also a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium, fiber, and other nutrients.
- They're usually served with the same dipping sauces as regular fries. We recommend a spicy tomato sauce if you're looking to switch it up.
5. Sautéed French Fries
Sautéed French fries are thin and crispy, with a light crunch. They're best when they're fried in oil, which gives them their crisp texture.
You'll find sautéed fries served with a sauce—usually ketchup or mayo—and they're delicious with burgers and steaks as well as fish.
6. Waffle Fries
Waffle fries are a popular and favorite type of dish to accompany burgers and sandwiches.
- Waffle fries resemble a waffle and are also known as lattice-shaped fries.
- They're made from potatoes sliced into thin slabs. Cooking time differs but just wait until crispy and golden brown.
- If you're trying them at home, you can try using a special corrugated slicer or mandolin blade.
7. Curly Fries
Curly fries are long and thin with a crispy exterior and they’re also sometimes called curly chips or curly fries. The reason they get the name “curly” is that they look like they have little spirals on the surface of the potato.
- If you're looking to try them at home, all you need to do is spiralize russet potatoes before frying them (preferably the large ones). Season the crispy exterior with salt and black pepper before serving.
- Spiralizer tip: Trim the ends so they are flat, insert them into the spiralizer, and give it a twirl. In under a minute, you’ll have evenly-sized curly fries with zero effort.
(See more: Tips & Tricks for Spiralized Cooking )
8. Steak Fries
Steak fries are the thick-cut variety. They tend to be much larger than traditional potatoes, and most are served with skirt steak.
9. Crinkle Fries
Crinkle-cut fries are the most popular shape of fries. They're thin, wavy, and crispy, which makes them delicious to eat by themselves or with a side of dip. You can make crinkle-cut fries using a crinkle cutter at home.
- All you need to do is cut potatoes into long strips and then cut them into smaller strips.
- This type of fry is easy to share because they're healthy and won't leave you feeling bloated after eating too much! Crinkle cuts also go well with any flavor of the dip.
- Want to learn more about french fry cutters? Check out this article!
10. Tater Tots
Tater tots are a form of potato that has been shaped into a small, round, cylinder shape. They are often frozen versions sold ready to be fried and then served with ketchup.
Tater tots have a similar consistency to hash browns, but they're smaller than hash browns and don't have the same flavor profile.
11. Baked Garlic Parmesan Fries
These fries are for people who love garlic bread and cheese fries. If you do, you're going to love these baked garlic parmesan fries and they might become your new favorite type of fry. They're the perfect combination of savory and crunchy.
- First, slice your potatoes into wedges using a paring knife (about ½ inch in size) and put them in a large bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (optional), and grated parmesan cheese.
- Toss until evenly coated; then place them on a baking sheet in an even layer—don't overcrowd the pan—and bake in an oven until tender and golden brown. (An additional option is baking them using an air fryer)
- Transfer to paper towels and cool for a couple of minutes or for a couple of minutes.
12. Loaded Fries
What are loaded fries?
- You can get them anywhere from food restaurants to food trucks When cheese fries aren't enough, they're topped with things like mac and cheese, hot dogs, bacon, ketchup, and Jalapeno peppers.
- This makes them become the main course rather than the side dish. Nachos are an excellent example of this type.
13. Chips
“Chips” is the but even potato chips could be considered a form of the fry.
They are essentially prepared the same way but potato chips are sliced extremely thin and cooked entirely to a crisp. British word for fries
14. Home Fries
Homemade fries are usually irregular in shape. They're about ½ to 1 inch in length. People tend to keep the skin when making homemade fries.
Home fries are also very versatile. People often eat it for breakfast and enjoy it with bacon, sausage, and eggs. They also dip it into the egg yolk. Feel free to eat home fries all day round.
15. Shoestring Fries
Shoestring fries" are very thin french fries and are often as long as julienne fries. Potatoes (you can choose to not peel potato skins) are cut into very fine strips and cooked in oil until golden brown.
They are usually served as an appetizer or side dish in Cuban cuisine. You can add liquid cheese or chili to enhance the taste of shoestrings.
16 Tornado Fries
A spiral-cut potato is placed on a stick and then fried. Tornado fries are similar to other types of fries because they are made by cutting them into strips.
These are commonly found at fairs and festivals. Some people eat them while others brush them with seasonings. South Korean people eat them while they are walking down the streets or eating out.
17. Seasoned Fries
Seasoned Fries are also a go-to when you're just trying to spice up your fries at home. A seasoned French fry should be sprinkled with salt and pepper.
Spicy options include chili powder, Cajun seasoning, and other spices. Garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika can also be added to the mix.
18. Patatje Oorlog
These fries are served with mayonnaise and raw onions, but the satay sauce really makes them stand out. The satay sauce is made from peanuts, turmeric, and ginger, among other ingredients. Some versions of this fast-food fusion dish may also contain peanut butter for thickness.
A fun fact: Patatje Oorlog means "war chips" and this is common in parts of Europe (such as Belgium and Scandinavia)
19. Pommes Souffles
- Pommes Souffles are basically slices of potato fried twice.
- The first time is being deep-fried in a deep fryer at a lower temperature of 300°F, then cooled down.
- The second time would be being fried again at 375°F. This makes them puff up like balloons when they turn golden brown.
20. Home-made “Jojo” Potato Wedges
Potato Wedges are crescent-shaped sliced potatoes with their skin. You have the option to have these large wedges fried or baked. In Australia, it is usually topped with sweet chili sauce and sour cream. That is why they are known as “Jojo” fries.
Get ready to go on a french fry food trip!
There's no single type of fries that's going to be perfect for everyone! But we're sure that whatever kind of potato you like best will taste delicious when fried up in oil or deep-fried—and that's what matters most!
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