Gourmet Palette

Microwave-cooked fries

Fries are an essential side to countless dishes, loved by kids and adults alike. Here's a twist on the classic: fries cooked in the microwave using the crisp function — a combination of microwaves and grill heat, quick and particularly well suited to vegetables.

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 5 potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Preparation (15 min, resting 25 min)

  1. Cut the potatoes into fry shapes.
  2. Arrange them on the cooking dish, without crowding.
  3. Add the butter, salt, pepper, and paprika (or sesame seeds, to taste).
  4. Cook using the crisp function.
  5. After 5 minutes, take the dish out, turn the potatoes over, and redistribute the butter and spices evenly.
  6. Cook for another 12 to 18 minutes, for fries that are soft inside and crisp outside.

It's irresistible. Savor it without restraint.

The microwave's crisp function recreates deep-fryer crunch, without the oil bath.

Frequently asked questions

What is the crisp function on a microwave oven?
A cooking mode combining microwaves and grill heat, quick and well suited to vegetables like fries.
How long does it take to cook fries in a crisp microwave?
About 5 minutes, then another 12 to 18 minutes after turning the potatoes over.
Do you need oil for this recipe?
No, just a little butter and some spices (paprika or sesame seeds).
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