I recently heard that boiling the potatoes in water with apple cider vinegar and salt first makes for crispier fries, and I wanted to see if it makes a substantial difference
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut potatoes into ½-inch sticks.
Place the cut potatoes in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 10 minutes, pat dry, and toss with oil and salt. Spread on an unlined baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, until golden and crispy, flipping potatoes halfway through.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut potatoes into 1⁄2-inch sticks.
Place potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp apple cider vinegar and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
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