These fried potatoes, served on the now closed Chez Clovis, get their identify from Paris’ Pont Neuf (“New Bridge”—actually town’s oldest one), the place, it’s mentioned, pommes frites (a.okay.a. the grandaddy of French fries) was bought.
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Yield: 4
- 3 lb. medium white potatoes, peeled
- Vegetable oil
- Kosher salt
Directions
- Sq. off the ends of every potato, then minimize every potato lengthwise into 4 to 6 wedges.
- Into a big pot fitted with a deep-fry thermometer, pour the oil to a depth of two inches. Flip the warmth to medium-high, and when the temperature reads 350°F, add the potatoes and fry, stirring sometimes to maintain them from sticking collectively, till golden and tender when pierced with a skewer, 12–quarter-hour.
- Utilizing a slotted spoon, switch the potatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to empty. Season to style with salt and serve instantly.
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