Belgium Frites(French Fries) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 large potatoes, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
oil (for frying)

Preparation

Cut the potatoes lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/3-inch in width. Soak the potatoes in ice-cold water for 1 hour, drain, and pat completely dry.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet(or deep fryer) to 325F and fry the potatoes, in batches, for 5 minutes, until they turn golden brown.
Drain the frites on fresh paper towels and salt them.
Makes 2 large or 3 medium servings.