Golden Greek-Style Fries

These kicked-up fries bring together all the best Greek flavors in one simple dish. I throw these together whenever I need to wow friends without a ton of work. Everyone goes crazy for the mix of herbs, crunchy potatoes, and crumbly feta - they work great as a starter, with your main meal, or even on their own when you're feeling snacky.

The first time I whipped these up, I needed something quick to go with some grilled chicken skewers at a backyard hangout. They vanished before anything else, and now my kids won't let a week go by without asking for them.

Ingredients

• Yukon Gold Potatoes: give you that dreamy combo of crispy outside and soft inside that makes fries so good
• Olive oil: brings that true Mediterranean touch and helps get that golden crunch
• Salt: pulls all the flavors together
• Dried oregano: gives that unmistakable Greek taste you can't skip
• Dried dill: adds that special something that makes these stand out from regular fries
• Black pepper: brings just enough warmth to balance everything else
• Garlic powder: packs in flavor without burning like fresh garlic might
• Fresh parsley: adds color and that fresh herb pop
• Red onion: gives you that zingy crunch against the soft potatoes
• Feta cheese: brings that tangy, salty kick that makes these truly Greek

Cooking Guide

Preheat Oven:

Get your oven nice and hot at 425°F before you start. You need this high heat to make the outsides super crispy. Put your rack right in the middle so everything cooks evenly.

Prepare Potatoes:

Give your potatoes a good scrub but keep those nutrient-rich skins on. Cut them into long sticks about 1/3-inch thick. Try to keep them all the same size so they'll cook evenly and you won't end up with some burnt and some raw.

Soak Potatoes:

Drop your cut potatoes in cold water for 10-15 minutes. This pulls out extra starch and it's the trick to getting them super crispy. When time's up, drain them well and dry them completely with kitchen towels. Any water left will make them steam instead of crisp.

Season Potatoes:

Grab a big bowl and toss your dried potato sticks with olive oil until they're all shiny. Then sprinkle on the salt, oregano, dill, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix it up good so every fry gets its fair share of flavor.

Arrange for Baking:

Cover your baking sheet with parchment paper so nothing sticks. Spread out the potatoes so they aren't touching each other. If they're too crowded, they'll steam instead of getting that nice crispy edge.

First Bake:

Pop them in the oven for 15 minutes until you see the bottoms turning golden. They won't be done yet, but they'll be starting to get that crunch we want.

Flip and Finish Baking:

Pull out the tray and turn each fry over. Back in they go for another 6-8 minutes. Keep an eye on them at the end so they don't burn. You want them golden brown with those herbs stuck all over them.

Add Toppings:

Put the hot fries on a plate right away and while they're still steaming, sprinkle on the chopped parsley, red onion, and crumbled feta. The heat will soften the onions just a bit and start to melt the cheese for an amazing texture mix.

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I'll never forget when my super critical Greek father-in-law came for dinner and couldn't stop eating these fries. He went back for more three times and told me they beat his favorite place back in Greece. I've never been prouder of anything I've cooked.

Prep Ahead Tricks

These Greek fries taste amazing right out of the oven, but you can get a head start if needed. You can wash, cut and soak the potatoes up to 8 hours before cooking. Just keep them covered in cold water in the fridge so they don't turn brown. When you're ready to cook, drain them really well, dry them completely, and follow the rest of the steps.

If you've got leftovers, they'll stay good in a sealed container in the fridge for about 2 days. To get them crispy again, heat your oven to 400°F and spread the fries out on a baking sheet. Warm them for 5-7 minutes until they're hot and crunchy again. Don't use the microwave unless you like soggy fries.

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Great Combo Ideas

These Greek fries go perfectly with other Mediterranean dishes. Try them with grilled chicken skewers, lamb wraps, or Greek style meatballs for a complete meal. If you don't eat meat, they're awesome with stuffed peppers or a big Greek salad.

For a fun snack spread, serve them alongside hummus, yogurt dip and warm bread. They also taste great with a simple piece of grilled fish with lemon for a lighter meal that still fills you up.

Mix It Up

The classic version is great, but you can always play around with it. If you like heat, throw in some cayenne with your spices. Love lemons? Add some fresh lemon zest to your herbs before cooking and squeeze some juice over everything when they're done.

To make it more filling, top your fries with cooked ground lamb, extra feta, and a drizzle of yogurt sauce. For vegetarians, try adding some roasted grape tomatoes and sliced olives to the usual toppings.

Common Recipe Questions

→ Can I use sweet potatoes instead of Yukon Gold?

Absolutely, sweet potatoes work great too! Just know they might cook a bit quicker than regular potatoes.

→ How can I make my fries crispier?

Dunk your cut potatoes in cold water to wash away extra starch, then make sure they're totally dry before you pop them in the oven.

→ What other toppings can I add?

You can throw on some Kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or a dash of smoked paprika for extra punch.

→ Can I fry these instead of baking?

Sure thing, deep-frying works too. But baking them saves on calories and they'll still turn out nice and crispy.

→ What can I serve alongside these fries?

They taste amazing with any grilled meat, a fresh salad, or some cool tzatziki and aioli dips for a full meal.