Ingredients

  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 12 medium baking potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/16 inch thick, submerged in cold water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon saffron
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

      683 calories; 48 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 34 grams monounsaturated fat; 8 grams polyunsaturated fat; 58 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 7 grams protein; 599 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

Eight to 10 servings

Preparation

  1. Heat the oil in a heavy skillet to 360 degrees or until the oil begins to ripple on the surface.
  2. When ready, drain the potatoes and pat thoroughly dry.
  3. Place approximately a half cup of potatoes at a time into hot oil. Fry for two to three minutes, or until golden.
  4. Remove the potatoes from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain in a single layer on a paper bag.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and herbs.

20 minutes

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