French Lesson: Pomme Frites & Aioli Recipe
There are few things more satisfying than hand-cut fries (or pomme frites as our beret-loving, ketchup-hating friends across the pond call them). Something magical transpires when those beautifully starchy matchsticks hit hot oil–leaving their skins slightly wrinkly but crisp. When paired with a simple aioli–well, that just elevates the dish to something phenomenal.
The preparation is simple and the result is delicious.
French Lesson: Pomme Frites & Aioli Recipe
Recipe Type: Snack, Side Dish
Cuisine: French
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Serves: 2 – 3
Though the recipe may be simple, these French fries (or pomme frites as the actual French call them) are delicious on their own, but a simple aioli elevates them to something otherworldly.
Ingredients
- For the aioli:
- ½ c. mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
- ¼ c. lemon juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove finely minced garlic
- Lemon zest
- Freshly chopped parsley
- For the pomme frites:
- 2-3 large potatoes cut lengthwise (I used a mandoline to make perfect matchsticks.)
- Canola or peanut oil for frying
- Kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- For the aioli:
- In a bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Cover and chill until ready to use.
- For the pomme frites:
- Wash potatoes and cut lengthwise. Place in a bowl of salted water. (This will take some of the starch out so they don’t stick together during frying and it will keep them crispy.)
- Pour oil in medium-sized heavy-bottomed pan (enough to cover potatoes). Heat on medium-high. Once the oil is very hot, drain potatoes and dry with a paper towel and begin to fry.
- Once the pomme frites are golden brown, remove from pan and drain excess oil by placing them on a paper towel for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle generously with kosher salt and serve immediately with aioli.
These look simple and delicious! Thanks for sharing
Oh wow they look great. I adore aioli so so so much! So simple, yet effective.