Make Perfect McDonald's French Fries at Home!

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The best McDonalds French Fries!
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⬇️⬇️⬇️ RECIPE ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Start with 4 or 5 long potatoes
Cut of the ends and cut off the sides to make the potatoes
square but long. Cut the potato in slices about 1/8 inch thick
then lay those slices flat and cut strips the same thickness
so your fries are the same size as McDonald's.
Soak in cold water for 5 minutes then drain on a paper towel.
In a pot put enough water to cover the fries when laid out in
a big flat dish. Stir in corn syrup and sugar as the water comes
to a boil. I used 1/2 cup corn syrup and 1/2 cup white sugar for 12 cups of water. (adjust accordingly) Once the sugar is dissolved and
the water reaches a boil "turn off the heat" and drop in the fries.
Let them soak for 10 minutes then drain on paper towels.
Now place the fries in the freezer for 20 minutes.
Heat your oil to 350 degrees. (I used canola oil) drop in the fries
and deep fry them for 2 minutes only. Put then on a tray and let cool for 10 minutes. Drop them back in the oil for 7 minutes.
When they come out of the fryer lay the fries out and dust them with salt. Toss then a bit... and Enjoy!
Hope you subscribe to our channel! Thanks! steve hall

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@DominicBenoit 3 жыл бұрын

sad to know it's almost 2 yrs that this guy passed away. I'm not surprised but still sad. This is my first time seeing his vid and u can tell he loves what he does. What a gentle soul. rip

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

He did loved to cook for people. Thanks for watching this video.😀👍

@RevLeonPLeon 3 жыл бұрын

He seems like a really kind soul. RIP good brother.

@cjb8010 3 жыл бұрын

That device looks like one of those old Vegomatics from the 1960s.

@david777ism 3 жыл бұрын

As I watched this video,I was thinking,this is the best and closest way to make fries exactly like McDonald's do.Maybe his are even better.I was quite sad when I read your comment and learned of his passing. My first time to see him too.I agree with you ,he sure did enjoy his work.Did it like a boss.May he rest in Peace.I will use his recipe in tribute to him.

@lifenreviews 3 жыл бұрын

🥺

@Jarreddesigns 3 жыл бұрын

Fills my heart with so much joy seeing that Shela is still liking every comment on this channel. May God bless you.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

You deserve 2 hearts! :) Thanks for watching!!! :):)

@filmtvbiz 2 жыл бұрын

Have seen this vid b4 … This is my third ; fourth time watching this. .. he us missed. But he truly “does” live on…every time you do anything close to how he chef’s or purchasing a lodge caste iron skillet 🍳. ✌️. I did. A great great chef. .. Manga manga. .. ✌️

@tristanharris205 2 жыл бұрын

Great she is also cooking too. There's a big smile looking down on her.

@randallrader680 8 ай бұрын

Just made these for my Granddaughter and her freind. They absolutely loved them. The legacy of Shotgun Red lives on 😊

@CookingwithShotgunRed 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic!!! Making memories!

@chadparks9810 Жыл бұрын

Love this Guy! My aunt Beth worked at a McDonald's in San Bernardino in the late 60's & early 70's and she stated back them they added "beef flavoring" when frying and what they cooked them in was actually "Lard" at that time....we tried her reflection of the past recipe a couple years ago and they were absolutely "Dynomite"! You may have to look a little harder to find lard nowadays, but it's readily available in the Mexican supermarkets or meat markets. It's also a lot healthier than these "fake fat" oils the FDA has put over on us over the years. We now only cook in lard and my cholesterol has went from well over 250 down to around 130-145, so don't believe the hype about the fake fats! Bon Appetite!

@danielgodfrey4415 Жыл бұрын

I use bacon grease. 😊👌(No chefs kiss)

@rjfisher7926 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good advice. I agree, the FDA is full of bologna!

@snappingbear Жыл бұрын

@@danielgodfrey4415 I do too, but only bacon from unprocessed pork bellies that I cut myself. The packaged bacon is full of chemical preservatives and other crap.

@lindamoore6163 Жыл бұрын

My mom always used lard. She lived to age 96.😊

@alanlevine3984 Жыл бұрын

Check your supermarket for Morrells lard. It's in the butter section. It's the best.

@Cenotaff 4 жыл бұрын

When I pressed play and barely understood a single word of the intro, I knew I was in the right place.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you were in the right place! LOL! Keep watching!

@briansmith3277 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah,that was crazy . I was hooked 🤛🏾

@jaehyunsqueso 3 жыл бұрын

lmao thats me. as an Australian, i didn't understand the accent, tho throughout the vid it got easier. i love American accents

@funkytown_fox 3 жыл бұрын

F a c t s

@ranyelduran2809 3 жыл бұрын

I had to go back and check lol

@mikelauducci 4 жыл бұрын

My wife and I just made these fries last night, exactly according to your recipe, and they were honestly the best fries we've ever eaten. And now I just learned that shotgun red recently passed away, I was so sad but I will always thank you for the gift of this French fry recipe.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for trying!

@sabrinadeebunny7926 3 жыл бұрын

How did he pass? Hopefully it was a peaceful one

@charlesroberts3910 2 жыл бұрын

Every time I find a good cook I find out they passed

@otaku4204 Жыл бұрын

No way I didn’t know, I will always miss his awesome cook vids

@kevinl3235 Жыл бұрын

I will give this a try and that's too bad about his passing. I appreciate his sharing of all the great recipes.

@Leilani2828 3 жыл бұрын

"cause i don't waste nothing" a man after my own heart 🥺

@Bossmanrocks 4 жыл бұрын

The best fries I ever had in my life were in a restaurant I worked in as a teen. They peeled the potatoes, sliced them with a potato slicer, then let them sit in the refrigerator overnight uncovered. When they took them out the next day they were slightly brown. They were then deep-fried. The chef told me that when you let them sit and brown overnight it brings all the sugar to the surface. They were the best fries I ever ate in my life. I understand that Nathans used to do this with their fries years ago, before they processed them in a plant and froze them.

@timothydobson4657 4 жыл бұрын

Bossmanrocks I also cut mountains of potatoes and set in large water bath bins over night in walk-in cooler. to be fried next day. those

@pinkladyprime2179 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! i once did that by accident actually, i meant to fried them for dinner but i cant remember why i didnt, and end up fried them the next morning, omg! its the best!

@karenbenavente1124 3 жыл бұрын

Oooo yummy 😋 I've never heard of that But yum yum sure sounds delish!

@azraelbatosi 3 жыл бұрын

I’m definitely trying this, thank you

@azraelbatosi 3 жыл бұрын

I thought about it and figured I’d add two things, try frying these fries in beef tallow, which is originally how McD’s did it way back or, if you’ve got a spare 30$ lying around, try duck fat

@showkase52 4 жыл бұрын

When he said "cause I dont waste nothing" i subscribed

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing!!! :)

@bigstud98 4 жыл бұрын

LOL!!!

@chrisdrader8809 4 жыл бұрын

“Let me move these off to the side and throw this water away” ... lol

@ElvisR120 4 жыл бұрын

@@scratch3406 everyone does

@abbondanza23 4 жыл бұрын

@@scratch3406 was thinking the same. Tea towels are aplenty in my kitchen. Still cool, I subscribed.

@FeaturesGaming 4 жыл бұрын

He sounds like a documentary person when he says 'a McDonald's French Fries' 😂😂

@manxology 11 ай бұрын

This fella... we need more sincere, fun, warm people like him!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!😊

@krytietv6831 8 ай бұрын

Not a cook podcaster, but Cam Buckner who narrates the Dixie Cryptid story telling podcast is a gentle soul and has the most positive comments from fans that I have ever seen…just like this guy. The good guys are still out there.

@_.shroomz 3 жыл бұрын

*I feel so blessed knowing there’s people out there showing their ways of cooking, now I have hope to make better dishes for my family whenever I have the chance to. Thank you, ShotGun Red🙏*

@thefuzzman 4 жыл бұрын

Finally...someone actually uses sugar in making McDonald's fried. I worked at one MANY years ago and knew they coated the fries with a sugar mixture and no one before now even thought of using it. I will definitely be trying this out soon. Thanks.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@SteeringWheelOperator 4 жыл бұрын

Thumbs up if you came here full, and left here hungry.

@quannengzheng8049 4 жыл бұрын

Steve J. Lol

@nicerperson1 4 жыл бұрын

Makes you want to dash in the kitchen!

@misscndnwoman2177 4 жыл бұрын

And they are soaking in brine as we speak...

@JohnnyLeyenda 4 жыл бұрын

Came here hungry and left hungrier

@jiannacan3284 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂SAME

@Momma-angela 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve and Sheila for teaching me how to make McDonald’s fries!! I made them tonight and all my boys & husband LOVED them! Wow!!! We couldn’t believe how much they really tasted like McDonald’s fries 🍟 Thanks again! I just recently learned recently that Steve has passed away (tbh I just found this channel a few weeks ago) and I am so very sorry to all of his family, friends, loved ones and to you - Sheila. One thing I love about watching his videos is how he talks to and about you - Sheila, I know he loves you so very much, I can hear it in his voice. My heart breaks for all of you 😢

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Your so welcome!

@glennyates2194 2 жыл бұрын

@@CookingwithShotgunRed Did you use Peanut oil?

@kithurasmith9517 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much Steve a and Sheila

@Momma-angela Жыл бұрын

@@glennyates2194 I was wondering that too. Ever since I made these months ago my boys have asked me multiple times to make them again. So, I’d like to know the best oil to use.

@ShivaServer2009 3 жыл бұрын

My sister just found this channel for me yesterday. My Mom recently passed away earlier this month (March 2021), so I've taken over the family cooking. My sister finds me recipes to add to my collection regularly too. This was one of them. RIP, good sir. This has really been a very sad month. I've subscribed to the channel as of now.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear about your mom. Your mom is the only one you ever knew before you were born. Hope we can help you out here with your cooking. Thank you so much for subscribing!!! When Steve passed away he had made 307 recipes for this channel!😊😋 shotgunred.com

@sonjarharvey6518 4 жыл бұрын

Isn't it nice to receive such wonderful comments over a video you posted nearly 3 years ago?!! They came out perfect by the way!!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

We just turned the comment section back on so people can make a comment. :) Glad they did! :)

@KingdomChld 4 жыл бұрын

Did you make them? Was the taste close?

@InsanePorcupine 4 жыл бұрын

@@CookingwithShotgunRed Why did you turn them off to begin with?

@thedivyahuja 4 жыл бұрын

@@InsanePorcupine must have something to do with the fact that he passed away in 2018 :(

@toriglenn3506 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Shotgun Red passed away, very sad.

@Justentime77 4 жыл бұрын

Such a sweet soul! Reminds me so much of my best buddy Mike that passed away and was also a great cook!

@spoetryqueen 2 жыл бұрын

Missing this guy. I enjoyed his recipes and I'm glad we can still have them.

@veliavalhalbert2616 2 жыл бұрын

You and me both.

@elsizzle2000 Жыл бұрын

What happen to him?

@etherealdreamer1 Жыл бұрын

@@elsizzle2000 he passed away

@kuruptzZz Жыл бұрын

@@etherealdreamer1 :( aw man. I literally just subscribed after watching 5 seconds of this video, because I was already sure he knew what he was talking about. I feel privileged to have learned something from him

@tunchikg 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the enthusiasm radiating from the presenter. I know what will I cook for luch with my family tomorrow. Thanks for great video and fantastic way all that process was explained!

@kkepdawg1 4 жыл бұрын

I worked at mikey D's back in the 70's. When you do the ice bath add the sugar then. Then you can skip the hot bath. No freezer, Everything else is spot on.

@luckyshow98 3 жыл бұрын

Would you agree that meat was of better quality back in the 70s in fast food restaurants? I read two people mentioning it. What is your opinion on this? :)

@relevation0 3 жыл бұрын

Sammay!!! Questions!!!

@johnpombrio 3 жыл бұрын

@@luckyshow98 Better meaning a higher fat content? You bet!

@kkepdawg1 Жыл бұрын

@@luckyshow98 It was the meat you buy now in the store, today most places use a soy/beef combo.

@jwm4ever Ай бұрын

@luckyshow98 Yes, All Meat was better quality back in the 80s, 70s, 60s, and before that! And McDonald's and most refused Healthy BEEF TALLOW to fry in and that's why they tasted soooo good. Now they use disgusting unhealthy oils and artificial chemicals

@Skootavision 4 жыл бұрын

RIP Shotgun Red, I love that these videos are still around for us to enjoy. Perfect quarantine fayre while Mc D’s is shut

@sanl4336 4 жыл бұрын

Hello "Shot Gun Red Grill Meister", I just made the McDonald's French Fries, literally right now and they are all gone. My Family LOVED them!!! Our house smelled like McDonald's French Fries, but they were SO DELICIOUS!!! There were a lot of steps to follow, BUT IT WAS SO WORTH IT. Thank you for the video in showing how to do this. I will definitely make this again. WOW!!! Thank you again!!!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad they turned out great! We love to know that the viewers are trying out these recipes! Thanks! :)

@sanl4336 4 жыл бұрын

Good morning, I am making the McDonald's French Fries again today. Thanks again! Have a safe Memorial Day!

@mandu9520 3 жыл бұрын

Steve had such a great personality. A very down to earth kind of guy. Sometimes I watch videos I've already seen just to listen to him talk.

@falkor1980 4 жыл бұрын

First video I've seen of this guy and I already know I'm going like his cooking

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! :)

@autisticreign169 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@FrazierMtnCheese 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you are keeping the channel going. I watch your new one's when you post them. And I like looking at the ones that Steve made. He will always be the man!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you Donald! :)

@brxvo7882 3 жыл бұрын

When the McDonald’s at home is actually good:

@buddyduddyful 3 жыл бұрын

Mcdonald's fries are amazing.

@pinkypromise111 3 жыл бұрын

😔Sorry to hear he has passed !

@latoyamcvay6656 3 жыл бұрын

@@pinkypromise111 omg for real ?

@latoyamcvay6656 3 жыл бұрын

@@buddyduddyful do they taste like McDonald’s ??

@wagnerelizabeth5038 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic Red.Your recipe is👍👍👍 Chapeau🎩🎩🎩 I love it❤

@bigrig2122 2 жыл бұрын

This is another great recipe from the master chef himself!! I made these fries tonight. I followed the instructions and they turned out PERFECT! I am amazed at how good they are. I actually made 7 potatoes instead of Steve's 4. I wanted extra. It made the equivelant of about 6 or 7 large fries from McD's. They cost around $5 each. I made 6 or 7 for about $6 total. Pretty good if you ask me. And hey.... would it have been way easier and faster to simply go to my McDonalds and just go in the drive thru and buy 7 large fries? Well of course. But that takes all the fun out of it. I love cooking for my family. I'm always trying new recipes. It's a labor of love, that's for sure. We don't cook because we have to. We do it because we love to! Thank you so much for such a fantastic recipe. Will definitely continue making in the future. God Bless!❤

@CookingwithShotgunRed 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you had a great time making this recipe! 👩‍🍳❤️👩‍🍳

@Blssc 8 ай бұрын

Love your message and the way you describe that cooking for the ones you love comes from a place of love. Thank you for reminding me, I needed that!

@georgemartin5980 4 жыл бұрын

I've been water-soaking and oil-blanching my fries for a while, that's definitely the way to go. Don't think I'd be dedicated enough to McD's to go the extra mile with the sweetened water soak. Beautiful work!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@jazzminelizabeth 4 жыл бұрын

I save it up for my "fry up later at night bowl"

@LyndseyMacPherson 2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating! Saving this recipe for the next time I make home fries. Malcolm Gladwell did a nice piece on how McDonald's fries used to taste even better than they do now, when they fried them in beef tallow. Of course, the twist is that beef tallow was actually less harmful than the linoleic acid-filled vegetable oils they now use.

@annmarieatherton7904 3 жыл бұрын

I just found this channel, your videos are AWESOME! VERY sad to hear Red passed. Thank you Miss Sheila for continuing to make videos ❤️

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Ann!!!! Love that you are here!!!😋👍 shotgunred.com

@awaywithpaul3423 4 жыл бұрын

These look superb, got to try making them! So so sorry to read he passed away, looks the kinda guy who would be great fun to know and call a friend. Thanks for keeping the videos available for us to learn from.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Yes he would have loved to talk over recipes with you! :)

@brandywilliams290 4 жыл бұрын

Omg he passed away!! So sad he has a good personality and very friendly thank you for the videos R.i.p Shotgun

@erlycuyler 4 жыл бұрын

No! I did not know that. R.I.P.,old buddy. You sure helped me out a lot and added much to peoples lives. They'll be eating good up there now.

@incogb6696 4 жыл бұрын

oh wow

@Stevie-steel 3 жыл бұрын

Was it a heart attack per chance? Such a shame. rip

@Justentime77 4 жыл бұрын

Tomorrow's "Shelter in Place" lunch project? Homemade Big Mac and fries! Thanks for this tutorial, your sweet soul shines bright in these times!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome! :)

@bbarinva 10 ай бұрын

Man, I miss Steve so much and his great videos. So glad they are still up for us to enjoy and to learn from This is definitely one of my favorites!!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 10 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@mehmetdoganozdemir6335 3 жыл бұрын

I tried the exact recipe and it's bloody amazing! God bless you sir!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@richardjames849 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the sugar/syrup stage was a bit crazy, but decided on blanching the potatoes in boiling water with a teaspoon of golden syrup (partially inverted syrup) and a teaspoon of salt. They cooked for around three minutes, then I took them out. First fry for ten minutes at 150 celsius, then a final fry at 190 celsius until they were golden. Absolutely perfect. Not sure exactly what the sugar solution did, but they stayed crispy even after they had cooled down. Thanks for your advice and tips! I think I have cracked it thanks to your advice! Awesome, Shotgun Red! (such a cool name, I wonder what inspired that!).

@arielunfolding7210 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely a joy to watch, especially during this time where we are sheltering-at-home and need fun tastes like this to boost morale! Thanks!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

@jayonomayo1082 2 жыл бұрын

Miss you Steve, I loved watching this back in the day, these videos got me through some tough days, love and respect from the UK ❤️

@douglash.1268 3 жыл бұрын

This was the first cooking channel I subscribed to many moons ago. Because he made it look fun and easy. My cooking has come a long way since then, and I'm even starting to look a little like Steve, if you know what I mean. 😉 God Bless Steve and Sheila.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing at a early time. Glad Steve could help with your cooking!😋👌

@rayhawaii 4 жыл бұрын

You have an excellent clear speaking voice and explain the whole process perfectly. Kids are waiting for me to make them. Thank you.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@samskoglund8984 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, that is just fantastic! Here I am, drunk across the Atlantic and watches this video. The youtube algorithm once again gives something truly genuine. The one thing I love about this guy is how he takes care of his ingredients and uses his knife with such care and control and not for a moment I'm concerned of him chopping of a finger or making a mess. True control, love that. This guy could be making tutorials of making grandiose dishes from all over the world but instead he makes tutorials of fast food "junk". But the energy and how he truly explains to the audience in what way he loves this type of food is captivating. Inspirational in a way. Follow this guy´s energy in the field that you love and you will probable come far. Maybe not to the top but really close to it. Damn, this really made this night worth it. Thank you.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you came across this video! :)

@MelissaLong1979 3 жыл бұрын

This is my second video after subscribing and found out that he had passed. My heart goes out to you Shiela and family. Wish I knew him sooner to tell him how awesome he was. He will forever live on thru the rest of us and I’m excited to try new ways of cooking already! He sounds like he was an amazing, loving hearted soul.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Melissa!😊💗

@MelissaLong1979 3 жыл бұрын

@@CookingwithShotgunRed words can never be enough for him. God bless you all!!

@Manannan_mac_Lir Жыл бұрын

I’ve already watched this video a dozen times but I keep coming back to it! He had such a relaxing and joyful personality, much like Bob Ross.

@CookingwithShotgunRed Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@HaveNoFearComix 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing just finished eating them. I Don't know how I ended up here, but as we're in lockdown and I haven't had a takeaway for weeks I tried this, and I'm terrible in the kitchen. It works, they tasted just like the real thing, sent pictures of them before I ate them (obviously) to all my friends. Thanks a million :)

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy

@Username-em9hn 4 жыл бұрын

Just Made this today and It tasted spot on. The Crunch and Taste where closely similar.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Great!!! :)

@rhspeedwell 4 жыл бұрын

I just finished doing this! Came out perfect!!!!! WOW!! Thanks So much for this video!! Fantastic!!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Gilsanquar 4 жыл бұрын

These fries are superb, I had to adjust the recipe slightly as we don't have corn syrup in the UK. My grandchildren live 40 miles from their nearest McDs so this is going to be a treat on my next visit once our lockdown is lifted. Thank you for sharing

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@georgeclinton4524 4 жыл бұрын

Always impressed by your restaurant recreations, they always come out close to the original if not better =)

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks George! :)

@yapdog 4 жыл бұрын

A couple of kitchen items you could use to make this go quicker: an adjustable mandolin slicer and a salad spinner. The slicer allows me to get the perfect thickness consistently and quickly. The salad spinner allows me to dry the potatoes quickly.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@selewachm 4 жыл бұрын

I use the salad spinner too. So easy.

@riemses2540 4 жыл бұрын

you can also change the play settings of the video at 1.25 or 1.5 speed :-D

@jonnydepp6544 Жыл бұрын

Why not use a hair dryer

@liquidationhaircarecom443 3 жыл бұрын

I've been following you for years I'm so grateful that you allow us to leave a comment now your videos are therapeutic and your knowledge of food is on the master level. Best wishes

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@patsheppard2616 3 жыл бұрын

Your a success because you have the patience to explain things in a manner anyone can understand and hope to recreate. Thank you for being there.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Steve passed away Dec 29th 2018😢

@EdwinHallowsBlaque 4 жыл бұрын

We made these last night. Substituted pure maple syrup since we didn’t have corn, and they still tasted like McDonald’s! You only tasted the maple flavor if you didn’t use ketchup, and it was actually really good still :) thanks for this!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad for the tip!

@alleykitty2131 4 жыл бұрын

OMG...I just made these 🍟 fries, THE BEST TASTING FRIES I'VE EVER HAD!!! Thank you for your excellent instructions! Now I'm making these fries as much as I can! You tha man😋😋😋😋😋

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! :)

@liz6733 4 жыл бұрын

I'm making them! Mine are in the hot sugar bath as we speak!

@adrianj3198 4 жыл бұрын

Elizabeth Moon so how did yours turn out? Anything close? Thinking about trying this for myself and family!

@t-3p016 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Love the recipe 💗

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@Ging6mos 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing and I loved your lil drum solo!!😄👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙂

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!

@wingedfeats2214 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, that was excellent, Shotgun!🤗✔ Loved your presentation style..& I was smiling the whole way thru.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!! :)

@aberdeenmeadows 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing technique and video! I will be using your technique! This last week, I decided to try to make fries on my own and I instinctively cut the fries small like you did. The first time, made them crispy and the second go they came out absolutely perfect. There is something about homemade fries!!!! After making them from home, I can now get my fix by cooking a batch at home!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

@veggieeater 2 жыл бұрын

How did it turn out?

@douglasboyce4627 2 жыл бұрын

Out standing thank u so much god bless his soul.

@SpencerJayLuca Жыл бұрын

This was a wholesome video. Thank you so much!

@wally2786 4 жыл бұрын

I love how many paper towels your using. Reminds me of the good old days 😢 and yes i know this was made in 2017!

@the_other_seto_kaiba 4 жыл бұрын

That PIC cookware device is an awesome tool. I have one still going strong even after over 7 years of use so far.

@loganjohnson8010 3 жыл бұрын

I've been looking for this for months. Thanks!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Your so welcome!

@hazelpedemonte4464 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed you're still reading and hearting/replying to comments, even years later. I'm sorry to hear of Steve's passing, but even just from watching a few videos, I can tell he's the kind of guy I would have loved to have a conversation with and learn to cook from. I hope you are all doing well, and thank you for keeping this channel alive, even years later.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks!

@lifenreviews 3 жыл бұрын

🥺

@lifenreviews 3 жыл бұрын

When he says “Sheila” 🥺 at least she has these videos ❤️

@donnaleeah5075 2 жыл бұрын

So very sorry!!! THose look so awesome!! And you get to hear his voice again as you wish. That's usually the part most start to forget first.

@dkrysrael5253 4 жыл бұрын

I like the "fry-'em-up-later" bowl, big mama used to do that kinda stuff...

@Leaftcow 4 жыл бұрын

This is so very wholesome. I enjoy his engagement and advice throughout the video :)

@steevrawjers 4 жыл бұрын

yes

@nico258788 15 күн бұрын

I love this channel, this dude clearly loved good food and had a great time making it. Really inspired me to get better at cooking for my family.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 14 күн бұрын

I appreciate that!

@josephnafnalus8221 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Can't wait to try it. I don't often do "fast food" so looking forward to trying this at home. Thanks!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy

@davidmaclane5487 4 жыл бұрын

They used to call small fries like this shoestring potatoes....McDonalds fries are the best for about 10 minutes after you get them, and then they degrade rapidly as they cool

@samwaldorf8777 4 жыл бұрын

I prefer steak and shake's shoestring fries. theyre still good even cold.

@TheSorakiba 4 жыл бұрын

That's very odd... I have never in my life heard of anyone calling a fry as large as a Mcdonalds fry, a "shoestring" fry. I have only ever heard of fries about a quarter to maybe one-third of that size being called "shoestring" fries. Can you describe when and where people called fries as big as Mcdonald's fries "shoestring" fries... I'd like to look into that matter, and why it changed.

@Lrussel5 4 жыл бұрын

McD fries have always been shoestring fries in my area.

@davidgarza1877 4 жыл бұрын

If you want to reheat mcdonalds fries do them in a frying pan they actually come out better than most I get straight from there

@zeroturn7091 4 жыл бұрын

Air fry them. It’s not the same, but at least they’re salvageable.

@mrbunnyjr 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. The real trick though is to never throw out your oil. I've been using our family oil, passed down to me from my mother, who received it from her mother and so on. Several generations of fry fat in every batch gives 'em that depth of flavor you just can't get elsewhere.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

True! :)

@joemasters2270 11 ай бұрын

Awesome!! I never knew how much the blanching process made the fries super crispy.

@sherose5370 4 жыл бұрын

I like this guy,I like his patience and passion.

@otaku4204 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH this is great! I can’t believe I really made it!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@heyjoey009 4 жыл бұрын

I want to try this. I rarely buy anything at mcdonalds , except the fries

@ericgeorge4218 2 ай бұрын

I have been following this channel for a while. I have learned a lot. I will say a prayer.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!! 👍😀

@TonySzak1 2 жыл бұрын

I have been making French fries for a long time and I watched this video and decided to try it out. I will say, you nailed it! These fries were exactly like you described. No ketchup needed. They are worth the effort. All I would suggest is that you deep fry them in lard. They were amazing. Thank you for the video.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome! 👍😃

@LEGOMadness 4 жыл бұрын

I'm watching it in lockdown in the UK and this is very handy because McDonalds is closed

@CP-oh4dv 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@d.k.1394 4 жыл бұрын

Oh noooooooooooo McDonald's closed

@susanmunn7744 4 жыл бұрын

Me too 😀

@VertigoBear 4 жыл бұрын

Lockdown NY here!👋🏼

@redhotchilipepper197 4 жыл бұрын

me to

@daretoface2378 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I can't wait to do this at my house. You have a new subscriber for sure :)

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing!

@rueisblue 3 жыл бұрын

You seem really sweet and wholesome. And the video was seriously helpful and worked great, definitely subbed 😊

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you!🙂👍

@Sio513 3 жыл бұрын

I tried it with an airfryer! I did everything like you did it, except the frying part. It worked perfectly. At first I fried them in the airfryer for 10 minutes with 120°C. It makes them dryer and soft from the inside. After that I added a little oil and fried them again for about 7 minutes and 180°C. They are sooooo delicious and taste exactly like the Mc Donalds French fries! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@blakenorthrup 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Also, then best part of these home made ones is, it's done in fresh oil, so these are probably much better.

@flyingcat2054 4 жыл бұрын

Who doesn’t like McDs fries from the old days? Really a treat like none other. Maybe someday I’ll get motivated to do this. ;)

@SpedAura 4 жыл бұрын

I’m doing it now :)

@amberjones9520 4 жыл бұрын

I make a big batch at a time and freeze them after the first 2 minute blanch fry. It works out great.

@cg5469 2 жыл бұрын

If you had a mandolin slicer you could cut the 2nd step, rectangle ones perfect thickness (about 1/4+ inch). I like skin-on fries. Must try this recipe!

@Happyliving757 3 жыл бұрын

Saw about 10 videos before i came to yours. And i must say this was the best video out of the rest. Very well explained and easy recipe thanks alot

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Your welcome!

@koreylackford5621 4 жыл бұрын

Shoestring french fries. The best way is to cut them by hand. I'm a cook by trade as well. Tuning in from Wilmington Delaware 2020.

@superblyrebird3697 4 жыл бұрын

"You could be magically whisked away to...Delaware......hi.....I'm in Delaware" -Wayne Campbell

@karenbenavente1124 3 жыл бұрын

I love these wonderful recipes! Thank you❤️ Those 🍟 look Soo yummy 😋 Sheila I'm so sorry for your loss 💔 of your Loving sweet chef Steve 😔

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Karen! :)

@Anton28281 2 жыл бұрын

It tasted amazing thank you for the recipe

@BronzeRivet 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like he nailed it! And I appreciate his earnest sincerity and enthusiasm for home made fries. Great video.

@CookingwithShotgunRed 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!😋👍 shotgunred.com

@christinamsowoya6119 Жыл бұрын

Nice

@Darima2 4 жыл бұрын

Trying this now. Can't wait to see how they come out!

@joeng4057 4 жыл бұрын

What's your results?

@tangodad3320 4 жыл бұрын

If you try them you have to share results!

@matreynolds1 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure these taste better than any fries I've ever got from McDonalds.

@JaejoongPrincess 4 жыл бұрын

That's because McDonald's isn't real food. You don't wanna know what else they put in their food. That's going down the red pill road. I'm defiantly gonna make these fries. I haven't had McDonald's for years.

@Dude-vp7se 3 жыл бұрын

They did. Absolutely outstanding recipe. And I know exactly what’s going in.

@lanceanderson5826 3 жыл бұрын

@@JaejoongPrincess Actually, it is real food. And, their fries are the World's best, why do you think people try to copy them? :)

@JaejoongPrincess 3 жыл бұрын

@@lanceanderson5826 Hear it for yourself. Don't stop there. Do more research into it. If you do, you're taking the red pill. Hear what's inside these Mc Donald's food and this is the main reason why I stopped eating it. Start at 39:18 mins. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i51jhran1NqomYU.html

@latoyamcvay6656 3 жыл бұрын

Have you tried these ? Do they taste like McDonald’s ??

@1daxwood 4 жыл бұрын

Love your recipe. Nice job. 1 question though does it not taste sweet?

@stephaniecoker1643 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much! my kiddos have been clamoring for mcds french fries during quarantine. this is so v helpful 😊🖤

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@davidlottering4001 4 жыл бұрын

Darn it sir, those fries look amazing, absolutely going to give that a try after watching that video i would buy them from you instead of macdonalds. great video. keep up the good work.

@sanga72 4 жыл бұрын

thanks\

@wynstonsmith7194 4 жыл бұрын

A lot of work with these, but daaaaaamn, it looks worth it! I kept tryin to reach thru the screen and grab some fries!!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

They are good! :)

@mr.beaning9792 4 жыл бұрын

cant wait to try this!

@johnd1466 2 жыл бұрын

Liked, subbed & looking forward to following this very well described video recipe. Thanks, they look gorgeous 😋

@CookingwithShotgunRed 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subbing! You are so welcome! 👍😆 shotgunred.com

@davidnewbury2918 4 жыл бұрын

8:18 "I love to do that." Ha ha. Just another one of those genuine little moments from this guy that suck me in and gets me hooked on these videos. 👍😁👍(I love to do that too, btw.) Keep us drooling, Shotgun Red. Keep us drooling!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks David for watching!!! :)

@kevorkboyrazian4143 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing recipe, thank you!

@CookingwithShotgunRed 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@bobsandwichking 4 жыл бұрын

Any tips on stopping potatoes from oxidizing while in the freezer? Turned out great tasting. Just had brown/black spots after being in freezer. Also how much does your oil temp drop on the first fry? Mine drops from 350 to 250, and only returns to 275 in the the first 2 min fry.