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    Greek Fries

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    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish. Made with delicious russet potatoes that are fluffy and tender inside with a crispy golden brown crunch on the outside, these Greek-style french fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over these sheet pan fries before dipping them into a creamy tzatziki sauce, and you’ll see why these Greek fries are much better than the classic version with ketchup.

    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com

    Why You’ll Love Greek Fries

    • You’ll never want regular fries again. This recipe for Greek fries is incredibly simple, but it is seriously a game-changer! A homemade crispy fry is one thing. But when you add feta cheese, fresh garnishes, a creamy dipping sauce, and fresh lemon juice, it just hits differently.
    • Healthier than deep-fried. One of the best parts of this Greek fry recipe is that they’re oven-baked. Since they are not deep-fried, it means no grease, fewer fats, and fries that can actually fit into a healthy diet. Oven baking fresh fries is so simple, you’ll wonder why you ever bought frozen fries.
    • The balance of Mediterranean flavors. Greek anything is pretty good — and Greek fries are no exception. Enjoy the classic Mediterranean flavors of feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon, and tzatziki over perfect fries that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Enjoy it guilt-free on your Mediterranean Diet.
    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com

    Ingredients and Substitutions

    To make this easy Greek Fries, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities in the recipe card below):

    • russet potatoes - you can also use Yukon Gold potatoes. When picking your potatoes, watch for greek skin or flesh, and spuds. Easily cut them off to safely consume the rest of your potatoes.
    • olive oil
    • salt
    • dried oregano
    • toppings - we topped these Greek fries with fresh parsley, feta cheese, and lemon wedges for drizzling lemon juice on top.
    • tzatziki sauce - serve these Greek fries with tzatziki sauce (optional) for dipping. You can also serve them with ketchup or tahini sauce.

    You will also need measuring spoons, mixing bowl, and a large half sheet baking pan.

    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Greek Fries

    1. Prepare potatoes. Wash and slice potatoes into long french fry strips. You can choose to leave the skin on or peel the skin. Transfer the sliced potatoes into a large mixing bowl and fill with water. Soak the potatoes for 20 minutes. Then, drain and pat completely dry with a dish towel. Place potatoes in a dry mixing bowl and add olive oil, salt, and dried oregano. Toss well to coat. 
    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com
    1. Bake. Transfer potatoes to a large half sheet baking pan in an even layer. Bake in a preheated 425F oven for 35-40 minutes until the bottom is crispy brown. Turn on the broiler to high and broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is brown and crispy too.
    2. Add toppings. Use a turner to carefully transfer the french fries to a serving dish. Top with chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and lemon wedges. Serve with tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.
    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com

    Storing Instructions

    • How to store fries: Allow the fries to cool completely before storing. Line a container with a paper towel (to absorb any excess oil) and store cooled Greek fries in the fridge for 4-5 days. For the best flavor, wait to garnish the fries if you know there will be any leftovers. However, fries garnished with cheese, parsley, and/or lemon will still keep well.
    • How to reheat: Spread fries on a baking sheet. Then, reheat in a 425F preheated oven for 10-20 minutes until warm and crispy.
    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com

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    Greek Fries


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    • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Yield: 4 servings
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com


    Ingredients

    • 2 large russet potatoes (1.5-1.75 pounds)
    • 1 tablespoons olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for serving)
    • 1-2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled (for serving)
    • lemon wedges (for serving)
    • tzatziki sauce (for serving)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
    2. Wash and slice potatoes into long french fry strips. You can choose to leave the skin on or peel the skin.
    3. Transfer the sliced potatoes into a large mixing bowl and fill with water. Soak the potatoes for 20 minutes. Then, drain and pat completely dry with a dish towel.
    4. Place potatoes in a dry mixing bowl and add olive oil, salt, and dried oregano. Toss well to coat.
    5. Transfer potatoes to a large half sheet baking pan in an even layer. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the bottom is crispy brown. Turn on the broiler to high and broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is brown and crispy too.
    6. Use a turner to carefully transfer the french fries to a serving dish. Top with chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and lemon wedges. Serve with tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.

    Notes

    How to store fries: Allow the fries to cool completely before storing. Line a container with a paper towel (to absorb any excess oil) and store cooled Greek fries in the fridge for 4-5 days. For the best flavor, wait to garnish the fries if you know there will be any leftovers. However, fries garnished with cheese, parsley, and/or lemon will still keep well.

    How to reheat: Spread fries on a baking sheet. Then, reheat in a 425F preheated oven for 10-20 minutes until warm and crispy.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 40 minutes
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: Greek

    Keywords: greek fries, greek french fries, greek-style french fries, mediterranean fries, mediterranean french fries

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    Homemade Greek fries bring a Mediterranean twist on a classic side dish, crispy fries are topped with crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lime juice. | aheadofthyme.com
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    1. Rany Schrader says

      February 06, 2022 at 8:10 am

      These greek french fries were a huge hit at my house. Everyone of all ages loved them. They have been added to my repertoire. They were crispy and the lemon and tatziki add the perfect zing. Sooooo good! Thanks for the recipe.

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