Jess' bakes & cooks: Simple Oven Baked Fries

I am excited to present my first recipe sharing blogpost today! :) Those who knows me personally will learnt I have started baking and cooking more frequently on a personal level ever since we have gotten our own home. Hence I will like to start sharing some simple recipes that everyone can try at home!

Today I will be sharing a recipe for oven baked fries which is a great healthier alternatives to deep fried fries. These goes well with home prepared burgers on weekends! 

Ingredients: (servings for 2-3)

3 medium russian potatos

1 Tbsp olive oil

(For seasoning)

2 Tbsp salt

1 Tsp chili powder

1 Tsp black pepper

Grated cheese for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Peel & wash potatos

2. Cut potatos into fries shape. For crispy fries, cut into even 1/4 inch thin slices.

3. Soak slices in water for at least 1/2 hour. The longer you soak, the more starch removed, the crispier the fries will be.

4. Drain & rinse slices and lay on paper towel. Blot slices to remove excess moisture.

5. Preheat oven to 200°C 

6. Line baking pan with parchment paper or foil. Grease the surface with some oil.

7. Transfer slices to a dry bowl and coat them with 1 Tablespoon olive oil. Mix in 1/2 of the prepared seasoning. Toss well till all slices are coated evenly.

8. Spread slices on prepared baking tray in one layer. Ensure no overlapping.

9. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Turn the slices at the 15th minute and another time after the 25th minute.

10. Remove baking pan and heat oven to 220°C.

11. Return slices to oven and bake till golden brown and ends a little burnt. 

12. Sprinkle remaining seasoning on the baked sfries. Transfer to serving plate and top with grated cheese.

As we have a mix preference for crispy and thick fries, I have the potatos sliced into uneven pieces to get the mix combo. We had it with our home prepare burgers and salad. Turned up really good! Do give it a try!