Fries (Frites) with Andalouse Sauce (Belgium)

Step 1

Peel potatoes and cut into fry shapes (about ½ inch thick and 4 inches long).

Step 2

Fill a bowl with water and add the raw potatoes. Let sit for a few minutes until the water becomes cloudy, empty the bowl, refill with fresh water, and put the raw potato fries back in. Continue until the water remains clear.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat oil to 325 degrees. Add the potatoes (about ¼ at a time) and fry for about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from the oil and let drain on paper towel. Ensure that oil comes back to 325 degrees before adding your next round of fries.

Step 5

Allow the potatoes to cool completely-- for at least a half an hour. When the potatoes are completely cooled, reheat the oil to 375 degrees.

Step 6

Sprinkle salt on the potatoes. Put them in the oil again, this time frying to your liking (about 3-6 minutes).

Step 7

Remove, drain, salt again, and serve immediately with andalouse sauce.

Step 8

Mix all and let sit for one hour or overnight.