Ice Water Potatoes

Transform your potato game with this crowd-pleasing recipe for Ice Water Potatoes, a simple yet genius method that delivers irresistibly crispy, golden fries every time. By soaking freshly cut Russet potatoes in ice water, excess starch is removed, resulting in a crispier texture that rivals restaurant-quality fries. This versatile recipe allows you to bake or pan-fry the potatoes, seasoning them with a tasty blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whether you're serving them as a crave-worthy snack or a side dish for your favorite entrée, these potatoes are sure to impress. Perfectly customizable and easy to prepare in under an hour, Ice Water Potatoes are a must-try staple for potato lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 3 cups Ice cubes
• 6 cups Cold water
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes (optional for a rustic feel) and cut them into evenly sized sticks, approximately 1/4-inch thick, to resemble French fries.

Step 2

Fill a large bowl with 6 cups of cold water and add 3 cups of ice cubes. Place the potato sticks into the ice water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch and helps achieve a crispier texture.

Step 3

After soaking, drain the potatoes thoroughly and pat them completely dry with clean kitchen towels or paper towels. Removing moisture is key to achieving a crisp finish.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or set up a large skillet to heat vegetable oil if pan-frying your potatoes.

Step 5

If using the oven, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat it with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss the dried potatoes with the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (if using) in a large mixing bowl until evenly coated.

Step 6

Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Overcrowding can cause them to steam instead of crisp.

Step 7

Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the potatoes midway through to ensure even cooking, or fry them in batches until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the oven or skillet and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil if necessary. Sprinkle with additional salt to taste if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or snack with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3395.4 grams (3395.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1518

Total Fat 39.50g	51%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2583mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 267.30g	97%
Dietary Fiber 22.40g	80%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 35.50g	71%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252mg	19%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 6788mg	144%

*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: 22.7%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 68.2%