High Tech French Fries

High Tech French Fries

                Ingredients        Yield: 1-2 servings 

                                                  (depending on use)

• 600g (3-5 medium) Russet Potatoes,                                                      cut into fry shape
• 500ml (2 c)            Water
• 5g (1 tsp)               Salt
• 1g (1/4 tsp)           Baking Soda

                Instructions

1. Preheat sous vide to 185 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Mix together water, salt, and baking soda. Stir until dissolved.
3. Place potatoes into a bag, packing them in a single layer. Divide the salt solution among each bags equally. Then seal the bags using a vacuum sealer.
4. Drop into water bath for one hour.
5. Remove from water bath and drain off excess salt solution.
6. Remove fries from bags and place on a cooling rack over a sheet pan. Dry in a 200 degree Fahrenheit oven for 10-20 minutes.
7. Bring oil up to 260-270 degrees Fahrenheit. Make sure to use a large enough pot if frying on stove top.
8. Blanch fries for 5-8 minutes in batches so the fryer is not overcrowded. Remove once it starts to develop a golden colour and the edges start to brown.
9. Place back onto the cooling rack on top of sheet pan. Place into the freezer for 30-60 minutes until fully cooled.
10. Bring oil up to 375-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Drop fries for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
11. Toss into a bowl lined with paper towel and season with salt.

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