These Masala Fries are crispy and crackling from outside, and juicy from the inside. A no-fuss recipes that requires minimal ingredients, and it’s truly a time saver.
Cut The Potatoes: First, trim the top and bottom ends, then vertically slice the edges to form a rectangular shape. Next, cut the potato into 3 or 4 slices, each 1 cm thick. Finally, slice each piece into 1 cm thick strips.
Soak Potatoes In Water: In a large bowl, mix water and salt. Soak the potato sticks in this water for 15 minutes to remove excess starch.
Remove The Moisture: After 15 minutes, drain the fries. Use tissue paper to remove excess moisture. Moist potato sticks can result in soggy fries, so don't skip this step.
Apply The Spicy Coat: Mix potato strips and marinade ingredients in a bowl, ensuring spices coat fries evenly.
Frying: Heat oil to 200°C in a pan. Carefully add potato sticks, stir to prevent sticking, and flip for perfect texture.