Patatje Oorlog (Dutch 'War' Fries)
Patatje Oorlog, literally 'fries war', is a popular Dutch street food snack featuring crispy fries smothered in a delightful combination of peanut sauce, mayonnaise, and raw onions. This vegetarian version captures the classic flavors and textures for a satisfying treat.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 30 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 953 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, mustard, nuts, peanuts, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 500 gpotato, cut into fries
- 750 mlvegetable oil
- 1 pinchsalt
sauce
- 4 tbspmayonnaise
peanut sauce
- 3 tbsppeanut butter
- 1 tspsoy sauce
- 2 tbspwater
- 0.5 tspbrown sugar
- 0.25 tspgarlic powder
garnish
- 0.25 pcsonion, finely chopped
Equipment
slotted spoon · thermometer · large pot · wire rack · small saucepan
The method
Step by step
- 1
Prepare the fries by cutting potatoes into even strips.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: For crispier fries, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes, then pat them completely dry before frying.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 170°C (340°F).
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for best results.
- 3
Fry the potato strips in batches for 5-7 minutes until they are soft and lightly colored.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the pot; this helps the fries cook evenly and become crispy.
- 4
Remove the fries from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain them on a wire rack or paper towels.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Season with salt immediately after removing from the oil.
- 5
Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F).
About 2 min
- 6
Return the fries to the hot oil and fry for another 2-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: This second fry ensures maximum crispiness.
- 7
Remove the fries, drain again, and season with salt.
About 1 min
- 8
While the fries are cooking, prepare the peanut sauce by combining peanut butter, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and garlic powder in a small saucepan.
About 3 min
- 9
Heat the peanut sauce over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and warm.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Add a little more water if the sauce is too thick.
- 10
To serve, place the crispy fries in a bowl or on a plate.
- 11
Drizzle generously with the warm peanut sauce, then add dollops of mayonnaise on top.
- 12
Finish by scattering the finely chopped onion over everything.
Cook’s note: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of hot fries and cool toppings.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 952.6kcal
- Protein
- 11.8g
- Carbs
- 52.3g
- Fat
- 79.5g
- Fibre
- 7.4g
- Sugar
- 7.2g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Patatje Oorlog is best enjoyed fresh; leftovers will lose their crispiness and texture.
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