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How To Cut Perfect French Fries and CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

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January 22, 2015 by Sydney 17 Comments

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How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

Have you ever found a recipe for something and it looks so good and then you try to make it, and it tastes good, but looks nothing like the pictures? That’s happened to me more often than I’d like to admit, and even though it tastes good, I still consider it a failure. One of those things used to be french fries. I could never get them to look like fries; they always looked more like wedges. Then I found this great way to cut potatoes into fries and I’ve never turned back. It’s super easy and makes for not only delicious fries, but good looking ones too! I also thought I’d share my go-to fry recipe; because why have a post about french fries without actual fries in them, right?! This is one that we eat at least once a week! They aren’t your traditional greasy, salt packed fry; in fact they have very little salt. They are packed full of flavor and make a great side dish to any meal.Ā 

But first, the tutorial.

1- Start by scrubbing and rinsing your potato well.

2- Cut the potato in half vertically.

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

3- Take one half of the potato and and cut vertical strips about 1/4″thick. Repeat with other half.

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

4- Lay 1/4″ pieces flat on cutting board and cut 1/4″ strips vertically again. Repeat with all other pieces.

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

5- Rinse all pieces in water again.Ā 

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

Now for the main event!Ā 

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

Sydney @ Tastefully Frugal
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2-4 Russet Potatoes 2 large or 4 medium sized
  • 1 1/2-2 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 450F.
  • Cut potatoes into fries using above tutorial
  • In a ziploc bag combine oil, rosemary, oregano, garlic powder and salt.
  • Put fries in bag, seal bag and shake well to coat (30 sec-1 min).
  • On a greased baking sheet, spread fries out in one even layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown. You don't want to over bake or they will turn out crispy.

How To Cut Perfect French Fries {PLUS} CopyCat SmashBurger Fries

Don’t these just look good! Rosemary is one of my favorite spices to cook with so it’s no wonder I like these so much! And if you’re looking for more side dish inspiration check out my Side Dish Board on Pinterest.

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Comments

  1. Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says

    January 24, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    I needed this tutorial…totally not how I cut fries But I’m going to start doing it your way, Sydney! I have to try your recipe! The seasonings sound delicious! I sometimes do a medley of veggie fries… potatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes and parsnips! Hope your weekend is going great, friend!

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      January 28, 2015 at 9:15 am

      Thank you so much Kendra, you are so sweet! Your veggie fries sound so good and healthy! I’m going to have to try them!

      Reply
  2. [email protected] says

    January 26, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    I love Smash Burger’s fries! Now I can make my own! šŸ™‚ Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe, Sydney!

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      January 28, 2015 at 8:57 am

      Thanks so much Amy! Smash fries are definitely my favorite too!

      Reply
    • Caleb says

      June 11, 2017 at 10:37 am

      So true, they are great

      Reply
  3. Apple Pie at Sisterswives.com says

    January 27, 2015 at 9:45 am

    These look so good! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      January 28, 2015 at 8:53 am

      Thanks so much ladies!!

      Reply
  4. Jenna says

    January 27, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    I love roasted fries and your seasoning sounds so good, thanks~

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      January 28, 2015 at 8:52 am

      Thank you Jenna. I definitely preferred baked over fried fries now!

      Reply
  5. Jen @ The Halfway Homemaker says

    February 1, 2015 at 7:33 pm

    I love making homemade fries, thanks for the tips. Thank you for sharing with Tasty Tuesdays!

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      February 3, 2015 at 7:42 am

      They are my favorite too! Thanks for hosting Jen!

      Reply
  6. Monerath says

    October 6, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    5 stars
    French fry cutters resemble cheese graters, although they are exclusively designed to handle potatoes. I was more than happy this great site. I have you bookmarked to see new information on your blog.

    Reply
  7. CATRINA says

    June 28, 2019 at 7:48 pm

    5 stars
    I just found this recipe less than a month ago and my family LOVES it! We just used it for the second time tonight and I doubled the batch so we’d have extra.

    Reply
    • Sydney says

      July 2, 2019 at 11:07 am

      Thanks so much Catrina! I’m so glad you and your family love these fries šŸ™‚

      Reply

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