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Why do my chips go soggy after frying?

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Low starch potatoes Low starch potatoes have a higher water content, and while they're great for boiling, the oil in a fryer must work a lot harder to expel the moisture within, when making hot chips. On top of this, what crispiness you can salvage very quickly leaves the chip once the oil has been drained.


How do you make crispy chips not soggy?

For crisp, firm fries, fry twice The second fry at a higher temperature browns and crisps the fries. Ideally, this is when the surface starch absorbs the last remaining bit of moisture, expands more, and seals the surface for crispness. You do need to have the cooking time for high-starch potatoes just right.

Why are my fries soggy?

Improperly cooked french fries are limp, greasy, or soggy and often over-browned. These problems all arise from the improper handling of starch and sugar when exposed to high heat.

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