Pickled French Fries
Pickled French Fries is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Combine 5 tablespoons salt and 8 cups water in a large bowl or pot, stirring until salt dissolves.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCombine 5 tablespoons salt and 8 cups water in a large bowl or pot, stirring until salt dissolves.
Add potatoes and cabbage (potatoes should sink, but some of the cabbage leaves may float).
Cover bowl and store in a cool, dark place (a kitchen cabinet or pantry is ideal) 4–6 days; the longer the potatoes sit, the funkier their flavor will be.
Drain and pat potatoes dry; discard cabbage leaves.
Fit a large pot with thermometer and pour in oil to measure 3" up sides of pot.
Heat oil over medium-high until thermometer registers 325°F.
Working in batches (you want potatoes to have room to move around), fry potatoes until cooked through and tender but not browned, about 5 minutes.
Using a spider or a slotted spoon, transfer fries to paper towels to drain as they are done.
Heat oil until thermometer registers 375°F.
Working in batches again, refry potatoes until crisp (the edges may brown, but fries will mostly stay pretty light), about 1 minute per batch.
Transfer to fresh paper towels to drain; sprinkle with salt (because of the brine, you won't need to add much).
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.