When I make fresh french fries in my deep fryer the outside is brown, but the fries are limp.

Question

Is temp. too high. I cut my fries to 1/4" to 3/8" thick. I use veg. oil in a deep fryer set at 375 degrees.

I need my fat and salt.........

Fatty Mcfatty

Answer 1

I would suggest a bit lower temp and fry only a few at a time and for a bit longer.  Also, maybe cutting them thinner might help because I bet the ends or pointy parts are nice and crisp, right?

Answer 2

Try changing your oil

Answer 3

lisa is right but the best way is to cook them at different temps. the first time cook at like 250 then cook them at normal frying temp 375.

Answer 4

i am not sure , as long as oil is very hot usually about 350 degrees in restaurant they should get crispy  

Answer 5

I actually fry mine twice.  The first time seems to cook the center and the second time around crisps them up.