Patatas fritas griegas auténticas - Patates Tiganites

Ingredientes

• 2-3 medium potatoes
• 1/2 cup olive oil (or more)
• Salt
• Oregano (optional)
• Feta (optional)
• Lemon (optional)

Preparación

1. 1

   Peel the potatoes and cut in long pieces, don’t try to make them perfectly shaped. Soak them in a bowl of water for at least an hour. Drain and place them in a bowl, salt them and mix them with your hands so that all pieces are covered.

2. 2

   In a pot or pan that has enough space for the potatoes in one layer, add some olive oil, about an inch high.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil on medium heat, once the oil starts making sizzling noises (I measured a temperature of about 330 F) you add the potatoes. Fry the potatoes at this temperature for about 5 minutes. Stir gently a few times so that the potatoes do not stick. After that, lower the heat and continue frying for another 5 minutes and then raise the heat slightly and fry for 2-3 minutes more until you have a golden color.

4. 4

   Place a plate with paper towels and remove the fries with a slotted spoon and place them on the napkins. Place another napkin on top to absorb any oil.

5. 5

   Serve on a plate, and sprinkle dry oregano and a bit of salt if needed.

6. 6

   You may accompany with feta cheese and lemon.