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Oven Fries

Golden, crispy oven-baked fries with a soft interior, seasoned with garlic and paprika.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold work best
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and scrub the potatoes under running water.
  3. Slice potatoes into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick wedges or sticks.
  4. Optional: Soak cut potatoes in water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
  5. Drain and pat the potatoes dry with a clean towel.
  6. In a mixing bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread potatoes in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes, then flip fries and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  9. Remove fries from oven and serve immediately.

Notes

Soaking the potatoes helps achieve extra crispiness.