A quick, low-carb fry you can make with almond flour.

introduction

Keto French Fries give you the crunch of fries with very few carbs. This recipe uses almond flour and xanthan gum to make fry-shaped sticks you can fry, bake, or air fry. If you want another simple French-style recipe idea, see this creamy French chestnut soup for a warm side.

why make this recipe

You make Keto French Fries to enjoy a familiar fry texture on a keto plan. It uses few ingredients. It freezes well. You can fry, bake, or air fry to match your tools and time.

how to make Keto French Fries

Follow the ingredients and directions below. Make the dough, cut it into strips, freeze them, then cook from frozen by frying, baking, or air frying.

Ingredients for Keto French Fries :

100 g almond flour (1/2 cup + 1/3 cup), 1 tablespoon xanthan gum, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 6 tablespoons hot water, 20 drops mashed potato flavor drops, optional, olive oil for frying

Directions for Keto French Fries:

In a small bowl, whisk together almond flour, xanthan gum and salt., Mix in hot water and flavor extract if using. Knead together with hands until combined., Place dough in between two sheets of parchment paper and roll out to a 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin. Slice dough into small strips. Try to get them as thin as possible, around 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick., Lay strips of dough onto a parchment lined baking tray and stick in the freezer. Once frozen, remove the fries from the tray and store in freezer safe bag in the freezer. Proceed with directions below to cook from frozen., To a large skillet, add enough olive oil to cover the fries as they cook. Let heat over medium heat. Once the oil is heated, add a single layer of fries to the oil and let them cook until golden brown on all sides. Turn them to cook all sides. Remove from the oil and onto a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with additional salt if needed., To bake, spread french fries out in a single layer onto a baking tray. Spray the fries with olive oil. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes, To air fry, spread french fries onto the air fryer basket or tray in a single layer. Spray the fries with olive oil. Air fry at 400 degrees for 6 minutes.

how to serve Keto French Fries

Serve hot. Add salt while hot. Serve with keto mayo, sugar-free ketchup, or a garlic aioli. They work as a snack or a side with burgers or grilled meats.

how to store Keto French Fries

Freeze uncooked strips on a tray, then bag them for long storage. Cooked fries keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days in a sealed container. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best crunch.

tips to make Keto French Fries

Roll the dough thin for crisp fries.
Freeze strips first so they keep shape when cooking.
Do not overcrowd the pan or fryer. Cook one layer at a time.
Pat fries dry if any moisture forms before frying.
Use a thermometer if frying: medium heat is best to avoid burning.

variation (if any)

Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or paprika to the dough for flavor.
Try baking with a light spray of oil for a lower-fat option.
Make wider “steak fries” by cutting thicker strips and increase bake time by a few minutes.

FAQs

Q: Can I skip the mashed potato flavor drops?
A: Yes. They give a potato-like taste but are optional.

Q: Can I use a different flour?
A: This recipe works best with almond flour. Other flours can change texture and carb count.

Q: How long do frozen uncooked fries last?
A: Stored in a freezer bag, they last 1 to 2 months for best quality.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes. Keep dough wrapped in the fridge for a day, or freeze cut strips as shown.

Conclusion

For another simple keto fry idea and a different method, see The BEST Keto French Fries Recipe (3 Ingredients!) – Tastes Lovely.