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fries

Traditional dish from Belgium

Must Try Street Food Vegetarian

About fries

deep-fried potatoes

French fries, or simply fries, also known as chips, and finger chips, are batonnet or julienne-cut deep-fried potatoes of disputed origin. They are prepared by cutting potatoes into even strips, drying them, and frying them, usually in a deep fryer. Pre-cut, blanched, and frozen russet potatoes are widely used, and sometimes baked in a regular or convection oven, such as an air fryer.

Key Ingredients

  • potato

Components

  • table salt
  • potato
  • vegetable oil

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Belgium
Traditional Belgium cuisine

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