Greek Loaded Fries

Our Greek loaded fries are topped with leftover beef kokkinisto, feta and spearmint for an unforgettable experience!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Greek

Prep Time 10

Potato soaking and cooling time 1

Servings

Calories 346kcal

Author by Jenny Skrapaliori Graves

Equipment

Thick bottom large pot or dutch oven

Ingredients

4 large potatoes
1 cup feta cheese crumbled
2 cups leftover kokkinisto
spearmint leaves
crushed chili peppers
sea salt
light olive oil for frying

Instructions

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and dry them completely. It's up to you if you want to peel them or not.
Cut a slice from each potato lengthwise. Lay the potato flat on the cutting surface, and slice it into 1/2-inch to 1/4-inch / 1.2 cm to 0.6 cm slices. Stack the slices and cut them into sticks of the same width. Repeat the process with the other potatoes.
After cutting the potatoes, place them in a large bowl and submerge them in cool water. Soak for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, to remove any excess starch and achieve fluffier and crispier fries.
Remove the fries from the water and dry them thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Spread them out in a single layer and allow them to air-dry for a while.
Heat a large, heavy pot like a Dutch oven with at least 2 inches / 5 cm of oil until it reaches 325°F / 162°C. Check recipe notes.
Once the oil is hot, fry the potatoes for roughly 5 minutes, working in batches. Check recipe notes.
Take the fries out of the oil using a slotted spoon. Drain them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet or on paper towels.
Let the potatoes cool completely.
Meanwhile, warm up your leftover kokkinisto.
Heat the oil to a temperature range of 375°F / 190°C. Check recipe notes.
Add the fries to the oil, working in batches. Cook them until they turn golden or start to turn golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Let the fries drain on a cooling rack or paper towels.
Do it now if you want to add sea salt to your fries.
Place the fries onto a platter.
Add on top the warmed-up kokkinisto. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese, some spearmint leaves, chili flakes, and serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid adding too many fries at once to prevent the oil temperature from dropping and resulting in soggy fries.

If you do not have a kitchen thermometer:

To check if the oil temperature reaches approximately 325°F / 162°C or on medium-high heat drop a fry in, and if the oil has too many bubbles, it means it's too hot and needs to cool down.

To check if the oil temperature reaches approximately 375°F / 190°C or on high heat drop a fry in the oil to check if it is ready. You will need more bubbles than before, but if the oil is bubbling excessively and spitting, then it's too hot.

Nutritional Info – Please remember that the nutritional information provided is only estimated and can vary based on the products used.

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