Make Baked Steak Fries As Crispy As Deep Fried With One Extra Ingredient

Wet or dry cornstarch mixture

Adding cornstarch to your steak fry recipe can be a straightforward process. Simply coat the fries in cornstarch before baking. Start by soaking your potatoes in cold water, then drizzle some oil over them. Toss the fries in cornstarch along with your choice of seasonings, such as salt, garlic powder, onion powder, grated parmesan, and black pepper. The oil will help the cornstarch adhere to the fries and prevent them from sticking to the baking sheet.

Alternatively, you can create a wet cornstarch batter for your potatoes. Before baking, mix cornstarch with water (known as a cornstarch slurry) and heat it in the microwave for one minute. Stir until it forms a thick gel, then add your preferred seasonings and coat the potatoes with this mixture. Spread the fries on a baking sheet lined with oiled parchment paper and bake as usual. Some people prefer this method because it may provide a more even coating of cornstarch, resulting in crispiness all around.

Regardless of whether you opt for the dry or wet cornstarch method, you can enhance your homemade fries by using a salad spinner. After soaking the fries in water (and before applying the cornstarch), place them in a salad spinner and give it a few spins to eliminate excess moisture. Follow these tips, and you'll be on your way to achieving perfectly crispy baked steak fries in no time.