1kgof starchy potatoesKing Edward, Russet, Idaho, Yukon Gold will work too.
Oil for cooking(peanut, canola, sunflower are all good for high heat cooking) either in a deep frying pan or in a deep-fat fryer, or air fryer (instructions below)
Salt to taste
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Instructions
Cut the potatoes into 'chips' about 5mm thick, use a mandolin if you can for even thickness which is important for even cooking and best results.
Put all the chips (fries) in a bowl of cold water and cover and set aside for about an hour to remove some of the starch.
Drain the potatoes, rinse under cold water, drain, spread on a towel or cloth and pat them dry with a cloth.
Divide into batches of equal size.
Bring the oil to 150°C/300°F, and fry the chips in batches for about 7 minutes each batch.
Set aside the batches as you do them, and let them cool for about 30 minutes; putting them in the fridge will help.
Increase the oil temperature to 180°C/350°F, and again fry the chips in batches, this time for about 3-5 minutes until they are golden. Transfer each batch when cooked into a bowl lined with a paper kitchen towel, to drain.