French Fries with Gravy

Crispy, golden perfection meets rich, savory comfort in this classic recipe for French Fries with Gravy. Made from scratch with freshly cut russet potatoes, these fries are double-fried for ultimate crispiness and seasoned to perfection. They're then topped with a luscious, homemade gravy crafted from a golden roux and flavorful beef or chicken stock, enhanced with a hint of black pepper and onion powder. This indulgent dish—perfect as a snack, side, or satisfying comfort food—is brought together with simple pantry staples and a few easy cooking techniques. Whether you're recreating diner-style poutine or seeking the ultimate side dish, this French Fries with Gravy recipe is destined to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large Russet potatoes
• 3 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cups Beef or chicken stock
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into approximately 1/4-inch thick sticks to form fries.

Step 2

Place the cut potatoes into a large bowl of cold water and soak for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and dry them thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

In a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 325°F (165°C).

Step 5

Working in small batches, fry the potatoes in the hot oil for 3-4 minutes, or until they are pale and limp. Remove them from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined tray.

Step 6

Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Refry the potatoes in small batches for 3-4 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove the fries from the oil, drain on paper towels, and season immediately with salt.

Step 8

To prepare the gravy, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 9

Add the flour to the melted butter, whisking constantly, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture becomes a golden-brown roux.

Step 10

Gradually whisk in the beef or chicken stock, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 11

Season the gravy with black pepper and onion powder to taste.

Step 12

Serve the hot French fries on a plate, generously ladled with the prepared gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3010.8 grams (3010.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7483

Total Fat 652.90g	837%
Saturated Fat 103.40g	517%
Polyunsaturated Fat 403.90g
Cholesterol 76mg	25%
Sodium 4478mg	195%
Total Carbohydrate 420.40g	153%
Dietary Fiber 32.30g	115%
Total Sugars 22.00g
Protein 61.00g	122%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 309mg	24%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 10439mg	222%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 21.6%