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Crispy Oven Fries

By Traci · Jump to Recipe

Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, Crispy Oven Fries are easy to make. Whip up a few dipping sauces to take these Oven Baked French Fries over the top! This recipe is vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.

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Crispy Oven Fries in a tray served with a few difference sauces on a pan ready to share.

French Fry Comfort Food

I used to work at a burger joint when I was in high school. The cooks’ method of preparing french fries included soaking fry cut, with skins on, potatoes in big vats of water. They’d soak for hours, drain the fries, then fry upon order. These fries were sublime and made a crave-worthy snack after a late night shift. Crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, just what you want a fry to be.

Now, I’m a fan of thick cut and fried french fries, but frying at home just isn’t going to happen. So I started learning how to make french fries in the oven. With Oven Baked Fries, there’s no need to fry anyway. 

The key to a creamy interior and crispy exterior is to use the right types of potatoes (non waxy) and soak the potatoes to remove some of the starch. To speed this process along, I par boil the fry cut potatoes, drain, then allow the water to steam off. Patting the fries dry ensures the oil will stick to the potatoes and produce a nice crispy exterior. 

What Is Par Boiling?

Par boiling is a process used to pre-cook food partially so that cook time is later reduced. Also, and in this case, so that the interior and exterior of the potatoes cook evenly at a high temperature. 

Par boiling, as opposed to a long cold soak, speeds the preparation process along in this recipe.

Four Russet Potatoes on a cutting board.   Thin batons of cut potatoes on a cutting board. Par boiling the potatoes in a Dutch oven.   Drying the Potatoes on a dry towel

What Is the Best Potato for This Recipe?

I use several varieties of potatoes for Baked Oven Fries, depending on what the farmers market has. My favorites for this recipe are Russet, Yukon Gold and Maris Piper. Because of their high starch content, they tend to have a fluffier interior after cooking than waxier potatoes. 

What Oil to Use for Oven Baked French Fries?

Concerned about smoke point, I tested two different oils for this recipe: extra virgin olive oil and melted virgin coconut oil. I like both and nether reached their smoke point at the baking temperature 450F.  For the coconut oil, I couldn’t detect its coconut flavor.

How to Make French Fries in the Oven

Pure comfort food and so simple to make, Crispy Oven Fries are the perfect companion to to veggie burgers, sandwiches and BBQ, but also they’re fabulous as a snack. 

  • First, slice the potatoes into 1/4″ (ish) batons.
  • Second, place the potatoes in a large Dutch oven or stock pot and cover in water by an inch. Add a good pinch of salt.
  • Third, bring the water just to a boil, remove from heat and soak for 8-9 minutes. Drain. Allow potatoes to set, to steam off for five minutes. Pat the potatoes dry. 
  • Fourth, transfer potatoes to sheet pans, toss with oil. 
  • Last, bake. 

Season the Baked Oven Fries with a mixture of sea salt and smoked paprika hot out of the oven. Enjoy ASAP with fry sauce du jour, as their crispness fades as they cool. 

Dipping one of the Crispy Oven Fries into sauce.

A Few Crispy Oven Fries Notes

  • This recipe is for four servings, about four small potatoes will do (one potato per person). The recipe is easily halved for two servings. 
  • For optimum crispy, give the potatoes plenty of room to bake. Make sure the potatoes do not overlap or touch on the pans. 
  • I’ve included several fry sauces in the recipe, however a good Smoky BBQ Sauce makes a fabulous dip as well. 
  • Oven fries are best enjoyed straight from the oven as their crispness fades as they cool.  Reheating makes them tough. 
  • The fry sauces can be made at least a week ahead. Store in lidded containers in the refrigerator. 

Recipes to Share with Oven Baked French Fries

  • Sweet Potato Veggie Burgers
  • Black Bean Walnut Veggie Burgers
  • Smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce
  • Bourbon Peppercorn Sauce – from The Beach House Kitchen
  • Jalapeno-Lime Guacamole
Crispy Oven Fries on a pan with two dipping sauces.
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Crispy Oven Fries

Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Servings:4 Servings
Calories:212kcal
Author:Traci York | Vanilla And Bean
Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, Crispy Oven Fries are easy to make. Whip up a few dipping sauces to take these Oven Baked Fries over the top! vegan + gluten free

Ingredients

For the Fries:

  • 1 1/2 lbs Russet, Yukon Gold or Maris Piper Potatoes about 4 small potatoes
  • 2 1/2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Melted Coconut Oil
  • 1 tsp Fine Sea Salt

To Finish:

  • 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika

For the Sauces (optional):

  • Honey Mustard: 6 Tbs Yellow Mustard + 2 Tbs Honey whisk together
  • Quick Aioli: 6 Tbs Mayo + 2 tsp Minced Garlic + 1 Tbs Lemon Juice + Pinch of Salt whisk together
  • Spicy Sauce: 6 Tbs Mayo + 4 Tbs Sriracha adjust heat to taste, whisk together

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450F (232C) and arrange the oven rack to the center. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Scrub the potatoes, removing any eyes that may have developed. Leave skin on (or remove if desired). Cut potatoes into 1/4"(ish) (.6cm) batons. Place into a large Dutch oven or stock pot. Cover with water by 1" (2.5cm). When the water just comes to a boil, remove pot from heat, set a timer and allow the potatoes to soak in the hot water for 8-9 minutes. When ready, the potato should be tender but not easily broken. Drain. Allow potatoes to set and steam off for about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, while the potatoes are steaming off, place the sheet pans into the oven to preheat.
  • Carefully transfer potatoes in batches to tea towels and pat dry. The potatoes are tender at this point so handle them gently.
  • Remove the sheet pans from the oven, place the potatoes on the sheet pans and gently toss with olive or coconut oil (be careful, the pan is hot!). Space the fries so they are not crowded or touching. Place the sheet pans back in the oven and set a timer for 15 minutes. Flip the fries over, rotate the pans and bake for another 9-12 minutes. The fries are done when golden with a few darker spots.
    Sprinkle with salt/paprika mixture while hot, if using. Toss. Share with dipping sauces if using or simply ketchup.

Notes

These fries are best served straight from the oven. I find reheating makes them tough.
Recipe inspired so many years ago by Smitten Kitchen. 
Nutrition info. is for Fries Only.
Nutrition is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate. If this information is important to you, please have it verified independently.
Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 881mg | Potassium: 709mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. s

    June 10, 2019 at 3:05 pm

    oh man, i consider myself the go-to girl for oven fries, but i never considered parboiling the potatoes first. thanks! btw do you think this method would work for sweet potato and/or parsnip fries? thanks!

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    • Traci

      June 10, 2019 at 6:49 pm

      Hey S! I hope you like the par boiling technique! I’m not sure about sweet potatoes, but for parsnips, I bake them straight from raw. I’ve never considered par boiling them! Maybe I’ll give it a go!

      Reply
  2. Dana Leigh Lyons

    June 9, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    Love the three simple sauce options! And that these are simple + gluten free…also that you shared the backstory. Thank you!

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  3. Aysegul D Sanford

    June 4, 2019 at 7:22 am

    I am so happy that someone made fries in a much healthier way. I love all your tips and tricks. Thank so much for sharing your knowledge with us. Cheers!

    Reply
  4. Sarah | Well and Full

    May 27, 2019 at 6:41 am

    These fries look so tasty, Traci! And I love all the tips you included in this post about how to get them extra crispy :)

    Reply
  5. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen

    May 25, 2019 at 9:48 am

    Gimme all these French fries, Traci! Yum! They look amazing. I haven’t had a lot of luck with oven baked fries – they always come out kind of limp – but I never tried the par boiling trick. Putting potatoes on my weekend grocery list! Hope you and Rob have a great Memorial Day weekend! XO

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    • Traci

      May 25, 2019 at 10:31 am

      I hear you Geraldine. Par boiling is a french fry game changer! I hope you enjoy those oven fries, G! xo

      Reply
  6. Dave the foodie

    May 25, 2019 at 9:44 am

    This method also works with 1″ potato chunks that I season b 4 baking, turning 1/2 – 3/4 way through cook time, usually 40 minutes or until they turn a nice color of brown. Their used to be a shake & bake for potatoes that was great but I haven’t seen it for years now. I never could replicate it.

    Reply
    • Traci

      May 25, 2019 at 10:30 am

      Yes! And I use the hot soak method too for skillet fries – breakfast – and it works great. Do you bake the 1″ potato chunks at 450F?

      Reply
  7. Dave the foodie

    May 25, 2019 at 9:38 am

    Ya, my old deep fryer I bought as a young apprentice has sat in the cupboard wrapped in plastic (to keep dust & airborne residues off) for 30 years, probably should have a yard sale.

    Reply
    • Traci

      May 25, 2019 at 10:29 am

      haha! It’s time Dave!

      Reply
  8. Jean

    May 25, 2019 at 5:45 am

    Fried food is an indulgence but definitely not something I’m up for making at home! Thanks for the how to’s on making my oven baked fries even better. Looking forward to a stretch of rain free weather here. Hoping my planters will dry out a bit…of course it’s the year I decided to try a lot of succulents! Hope you have a great holiday weekend. Enjoy your farmer’s market offerings.

    Reply
    • Traci

      May 25, 2019 at 10:32 am

      Indulgence indeed. And I can’t even remember the last time I had real french fries lol! Succulents are on my short list… they are SO beautiful! Hope your weekend is restful and beautiful Jean!

      Reply
  9. Liz @ Floating Kitchen

    May 25, 2019 at 3:15 am

    Definitely not frying anything at home – I don’t trust myself. Lol. These baked fries are the perfect solution! I think we’re actually having a full 3 days of sun here, so I’m looking forward to relaxing in the sunshine this weekend!

    Reply

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