If you think French fries are the best food invention ever but shy away from them because they are fried then I have some good news for you. Try Oven Baked Crispy Truffle Fries. With A few cool tips and tricks, you can make oven-baked fries that are just as delicious (and healthier) than fried ones.
2large16 ounces each russet potatoes, peeled and 1/2 inch thick pieces
2tablespoonsvegetable oil
2+1 tablespoons truffle oildivided – (I used white truffle oil)
1tablespooncornstarch
3tablespoonscornmeal
1teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonsfresh chopped parsley
2tablespoonsor more crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (optional)
Instructions
Place the oven rack in the lowest position and pre-heat the oven to 450 degrees.
Place the potatoes in a bowl, cover tightly with stretch film, and microwave for 5 minutes, shaking the bowl halfway through in order to distribute the steam.*1
Transfer the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer, and pat dry them with paper towel as much as possible. Set aside.
In the mean time, mix the vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of the truffle oil and pour it over a (separate) rimmed baking sheet. Place it in the oven and let it heat until it is smoking, 2-3 minutes. *2
Mix together the cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of the truffle oil, salt, and cornmeal in a large bowl. Add in the potatoes, and give it a gentle stir to ensure they are all coated with the mixture.
Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet with the hot oil. Place it in the oven, and bake for 25-30 minutes (rotating the potatoes halfway through the baking process), or until they are golden on the outside.
Transfer them to a large plate; sprinkle with fresh parsley, and Gorgonzola cheese (if using).
Serve immediately.
Notes
Notes: This recipe serve 4 people. 1: Be very careful when removing the stretch film as the steam inside the bowl is very hot.2: Keep an eye in the oil as it reaches to the smoking pretty quickly. Do not leave the sight of the pan while this is happening.