Chick-fil-A Style Waffle Fries

Step 1

Set a pot of water over high heat and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, rinse the potatoes then peel them if doing so. Using a ridged mandolin cutter first slice down then before the next cut rotate the potato 90 degrees and slice down again. This is what creates the holes in the fries. Cut and rotate for each slice until the end of the potato is reached.

Step 2

Once the water has boiled, add two large pinches of salt and the vinegar, stirring to dissolve. Toss in the waffle cut potatoes and boil until the potatoes are fully tender but not falling apart, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain the potatoes and set them aside.

Step 3

Add peanut oil to a wok or large pot, about 2 inches high. Set the heat to medium and bring to 375 F (190 C). Set a paper-towel-lined baking sheet on the right. Once hot, drop a small batch of the potatoes and fry for 60 seconds. Move to the wire rack. Repeat this process until all the batches are done.

Step 4

Place the wire rack of potatoes in the freezer to firm up for about an hour before transferring to a freezer bag or container where they can be stored for up to 3 months.

Step 5

Add peanut oil to a wok and bring to 375 F (190 C). Meanwhile set up a wire rack over a baking sheet.

Step 6

Once hot, lower a batch of the frozen fries into the oil. Fry until lightly golden brown and crisp, about 4 minutes. Move the wire rack over the baking sheet and serve immediately, or keep warm in a 200 degree F oven.

Step 7

Preheat oven to 475 F (425 F for a convection oven or air fryer).

Step 8

Place the frozen fries on an aluminum pizza screen or baking sheet. Optionally you can spritz with oil. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crisp. Serve with some sauces!