Make restaurant-quality Parmesan Truffle Fries with a homemade Garlic Aioli. These fries are crispy, savory, and perfect for a fancy snack night. Get ready to impress your movie night crowd!
Author:Chloe Thompson
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Snack/Appetizer
Method:Deep Fry
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 large Russet potatoes, cut into fries
Vegetable oil, for frying
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon white truffle oil
Salt, to taste
For the Garlic Aioli:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Drain and pat them completely dry with paper towels. This step is key for crispiness.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 325°F (160°C).
Blanch the fries in small batches for 5-7 minutes until they are soft but not browned. Remove and drain on a wire rack.
Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Fry the blanched potatoes a second time for 2-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain immediately.
While the fries are hot, place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with truffle oil and toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of salt. Toss again until the cheese adheres.
To make the aioli, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Add a little water if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Serve the truffle Parmesan fries immediately with the fresh garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
Drying the potatoes thoroughly before frying prevents oil splatter and helps them crisp up.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of black pepper to the fries along with the Parmesan.
You can bake the fries instead of frying; toss with 2 tablespoons of regular oil, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes, then toss with truffle oil and cheese.