Homemade McDonald’s French Fries

Name: Homemade McDonald’s French Fries
Ingredients: 4 large Russet potatoes (about 2 lb / 900 g); Cold water (enough to cover); 1–2 tbsp white vinegar (optional, keeps color); 2 tsp granulated sugar or 1 tsp dextrose (optional, for color & slight sweetness); About 2–3 cups neutral frying oil (canola, peanut, or vegetable) — enough for 2–3 inches in a pot or your fryer capacity; 1–1½ tsp kosher salt (or to taste); Optional for authentic flavor: 1/8–1/4 tsp beef bouillon powder OR 1/4 tsp onion powder + 1/8 tsp garlic powder (use vegetarian bouillon to keep it meat-free)

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Learn how to make crispy, golden fries that mimic the classic McDonald's texture and flavor at home. This straightforward double-fry method gives you a fluffy interior and a crunchy exterior...

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Ingredients

4 large Russet potatoes (about 2 lb / 900 g)
Cold water (enough to cover)
1–2 tbsp white vinegar (optional, keeps color)
2 tsp granulated sugar or 1 tsp dextrose (optional, for color & slight sweetness)
About 2–3 cups neutral frying oil (canola, peanut, or vegetable) — enough for 2–3 inches in a pot or your fryer capacity
1–1½ tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
Optional for authentic flavor: 1/8–1/4 tsp beef bouillon powder OR 1/4 tsp onion powder + 1/8 tsp garlic powder (use vegetarian bouillon to keep it meat-free)