French Fries

[Kim Shook]

I am 'catering' Mr. Kim's poker party on Friday and I want to do spicy fries. How early can I do the first fry? An hour? A few hours? The night before? Thanks in advance!

[ChefCrash]

I've seen the cooks at the "Cheese Steak" place at the mall food court, reach in the cooler for par-fried potatoes. Yes, they can be partially fried and refrigerated, you could also lay them on a sheet pan and freeze.

[Tri2Cook]

They hold quite well for a day. Maybe longer, I haven't tested it beyond a day. In fact, I think they are better than if fried, drained and fried again right away. Spread 'em on sheet pans and toss in the cooler. The surface moisture dries and they get really crispy on the outside during the second round. They also seem to stay crispy longer after the second fry when done that way.

[Kim Shook]

Thank you both so much! And its great that I can start them Thursday and then do the final fry on Friday just as I'm serving them!