Fried Potato Recipe

Fried potatoes, consisting of stick potatoes fried in oil, are beloved worldwide and immensely popular in Japan. They are served not only in fast-food establishments but also in Western-style restaurants and even convenience stores. While they are commonly served as a meal component in many countries, in Japan, they are still largely considered as a snack or junk food. Nonetheless, hot fried potatoes are seriously delicious, appealing to many young and old as a guilty pleasure.

In Japanese, we refer to this dish as “Fried potato” or “potato fry”, but its name varies across different countries. In the US, it’s famously known as French fries; across the pond in the UK, they’re called “chips”. Meanwhile, in Belgium, they’re known as “friets” or “frietjes”, and in France, they’re referred to as “pommes frites” or simply “frites”. Despite the diverse names, they all share one common trait: the simply irresistible deep-fried potatoes.

The origin of this beloved dish traces back to Belgium in the late 17th century. While it’s commonly referred to as “French fries” in the US, there’s a theory suggesting its origins may lie in France. However, the prevailing belief currently leans towards Belgium as the birthplace of this treat.

Fried potatoes became popular in Japan in the 1970s when an American hamburger fast-food chain started spreading all over the country, and it has since become deeply rooted in Japanese food culture. Due to the easy accessibility of the dish from many stores, people often opt not to make them at home, but when they do, they tend to prepare simple yet wholesome version of fried potatoes in their own kitchens. Fried potatoes are often enjoyed as a treat, but they are sometimes served as a side dish to Western-style entrees such as hamburger steak and beef steak. A serving of fried potatoes in Japan is typically not large, usually consisting of just a few pieces. Thicker stick potatoes are more common in home-style preparations.With a bit of preparation and care, you can achieve crispy golden delights right in your own kitchen.

This Delicious deep-fried potato have captured the hearts and taste buds of people in Japan and worldwide. Whether enjoyed as a side dish, snack, or part of a main course, freshly made Fried Potato will be appreciated by everyone around you. Hope you give it a try!