It’s an opinion that dictates your place in the friend group. It’s ruined relationships! It’s outed you as a cursed steak cut kind of guy! But, it is the ultimate question: which cut of french fry is best? We hope you have ketchup or maybe even some ice cream on hand, ‘cause we’re diving into the best ones and why they reign supreme.
Waffle Fries
Say what you want about the restaurant stuff, but waffle fries are top-tier eating. They have a golden crispy outside, and thanks to their lattice design, have a wider surface, which means a soft and fluffy inside. They’re like the tortilla chips of the fry world, allowing you to scoop as much of one condiment as you want. It also doesn’t hurt that they last longer than their cousins.
Classic Straight Cut
Look, we know it sounds a little boring to give the edge to straight cut, but these bad boys don every plate for a reason. We’ll be honest: how good they are depends on where you get them, but the guys doing it right deserve a gold star. This classic cut slices every fry evenly, ensuring a consistent texture throughout. They’re also the only cut that benefits from double-frying and a starch coating for the ultimate crispy fry.
Crinkle Cut
We can’t trust a man who turns his back on crinkle cut. For a lot of at-home chefs, these guys sink to the bottom of the barrel—they require more finesse than your average cut, and it’s a fine line between burning them and scoring the perfect crisp. Sure, it can be a pain to get the right consistency, but once you do, you’re looking at a thicker fry that holds way more mayo in its grooves.
Potato Wedges
Don’t count out potato wedges! Yes, they’re technically considered a type of french fry, and yes, they’re one of the best cuts around. Their wide surfaces leave all sorts of room for more seasoning, encouraging any home chef’s medley of salt, pepper, paprika, or fresh parsley. But not only that, they’re also far more savory than your standard cut, keeping you fuller for longer. When you do them right, there’s nothing better than that first crispy bite (and scalding hot interior).
Honorable Mention: Shoestring
For some reason, not everyone likes shoestring. It could be that they’re thinner than your standard fare, but these skinny fellas pack all the flavor of their brethren. Even better, they’re among the easiest to make, providing that golden crisp you know and love without all the waiting around. They’re perfect for snacking and also have the best potato-to-crisp ratio. What’s not to love?
French fries are the staple side dish for our most beloved entrees—and there are a heck of a lot more to choose from. While you probably won’t get booted from the friend group, your go-to cut can definitely turn some heads, so don’t even think about reaching for those curly fries. (Unless, of course, they’re from Arby’s.)
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