# Shoestring Fries

Crispy and thin homemade shoestring fries, prepared in avocado oil for a healthier version of a classic snack.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Side
- Diet: gluten-free, dairy-free
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 4 whole russet potato
- 4-6 cup avocado oil
- salt
- flaky sea salt
- fresh parsley (optional)

## Instructions

1. Slice potatoes into 1/4 inch slices then stack and cut into 1/4 inch match sticks.
2. Transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes then remove from water and dry thoroughly with a clean dish cloth or paper towels.
3. Heat oil to 375°F over medium heat in a heavy bottom, deep skillet or dutch oven.
4. Fry potatoes until golden brown and crispy.
5. Transfer to cooling rack and season immediately with a fine sea salt.
6. Garnish with a bit of flaky sea salt and fresh parsley.

## Equipment

- deep skillet
- dutch oven
- cooling rack
- baking sheet

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEX7KKjSNeJ/?igsi=aWpyMHV0OHp1cW1i
- Creator: Caitlin Jesson
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/96d4d568-07b8-4242-9125-1c61e6a0a3f3
- Extracted: 2026-08-19

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