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
    @DominicBenoit Před 3 lety +578

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 3 lety +122

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

    • @RevLeonPLeon
      @RevLeonPLeon Před 3 lety +39

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

    • @cjb8010
      @cjb8010 Před 3 lety +9

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

    • @david777ism
      @david777ism Před 3 lety +45

      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
      @lifenreviews Před 3 lety +4

      🥺

  • @KevinGenus
    @KevinGenus Před 2 lety +4

    Grew up in Idaho, worked at McD's.... I can promise you, this is not the McDonald's way, this is actually better.

  • @Jarreddesigns
    @Jarreddesigns Před 4 lety +286

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

    • @CookingwithShotgunRed
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +38

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

    • @filmtvbiz
      @filmtvbiz Před 2 lety

      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
      @tristanharris205 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @randallrader680
    @randallrader680 Před 8 měsíci +29

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

  • @mikelauducci
    @mikelauducci Před 4 lety +255

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +19

      Thanks for trying!

    • @sabrinadeebunny7926
      @sabrinadeebunny7926 Před 3 lety +5

      How did he pass? Hopefully it was a peaceful one

    • @charlesroberts3910
      @charlesroberts3910 Před 2 lety +8

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

    • @otaku4204
      @otaku4204 Před rokem +5

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

    • @kevinl3235
      @kevinl3235 Před rokem +7

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

  • @chadparks9810
    @chadparks9810 Před rokem +141

    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
      @danielgodfrey4415 Před rokem +10

      I use bacon grease.
      😊👌(No chefs kiss)

    • @rjfisher7926
      @rjfisher7926 Před rokem +10

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

    • @snappingbear
      @snappingbear Před rokem +7

      @@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
      @lindamoore6163 Před rokem +13

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

    • @alanlevine3984
      @alanlevine3984 Před rokem +6

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

  • @manxology
    @manxology Před 11 měsíci +33

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

    • @CookingwithShotgunRed
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 11 měsíci +5

      Thank you!😊

    • @krytietv6831
      @krytietv6831 Před 8 měsíci

      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.

  • @Momma-angela
    @Momma-angela Před 3 lety +103

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 3 lety +14

      Your so welcome!

    • @glennyates2194
      @glennyates2194 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CookingwithShotgunRed Did you use Peanut oil?

    • @kithurasmith9517
      @kithurasmith9517 Před 2 lety +2

      Thank u so much Steve a and Sheila

    • @Momma-angela
      @Momma-angela Před rokem +2

      @@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.

  • @Cenotaff
    @Cenotaff Před 4 lety +299

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

    • @CookingwithShotgunRed
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +35

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

    • @briansmith3277
      @briansmith3277 Před 3 lety +5

      Yeah,that was crazy . I was hooked 🤛🏾

    • @jaehyunsqueso
      @jaehyunsqueso Před 3 lety +8

      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
      @funkytown_fox Před 3 lety

      F a c t s

    • @ranyelduran2809
      @ranyelduran2809 Před 3 lety

      I had to go back and check lol

  • @thefuzzman
    @thefuzzman Před 4 lety +30

    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.

  • @ShivaServer2009
    @ShivaServer2009 Před 3 lety +17

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 3 lety +3

      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

  • @Leilani2828
    @Leilani2828 Před 3 lety +76

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

  • @showkase52
    @showkase52 Před 4 lety +1304

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

    • @CookingwithShotgunRed
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +60

      Thanks for subscribing!!! :)

    • @bigstud98
      @bigstud98 Před 4 lety +9

      LOL!!!

    • @chrisdrader8809
      @chrisdrader8809 Před 4 lety +20

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

    • @ElvisR120
      @ElvisR120 Před 4 lety +8

      @@scratch3406 everyone does

    • @abbondanza23
      @abbondanza23 Před 4 lety +7

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

  • @FeaturesGaming
    @FeaturesGaming Před 4 lety +136

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

  • @_.shroomz
    @_.shroomz Před 3 lety +57

    *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🙏*

  • @Bossmanrocks
    @Bossmanrocks Před 4 lety +430

    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
      @timothydobson4657 Před 4 lety +12

      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
      @pinkladyprime2179 Před 3 lety +13

      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
      @karenbenavente1124 Před 3 lety +6

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

    • @azraelbatosi
      @azraelbatosi Před 3 lety +3

      I’m definitely trying this, thank you

    • @azraelbatosi
      @azraelbatosi Před 3 lety +14

      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

  • @kkepdawg1
    @kkepdawg1 Před 4 lety +67

    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
      @luckyshow98 Před 3 lety +8

      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
      @relevation0 Před 3 lety +1

      Sammay!!! Questions!!!

    • @johnpombrio
      @johnpombrio Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @kkepdawg1
      @kkepdawg1 Před rokem

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

    • @jwm4ever
      @jwm4ever Před měsícem

      @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

  • @sonjarharvey6518
    @sonjarharvey6518 Před 4 lety +168

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +41

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

    • @KingdomChld
      @KingdomChld Před 4 lety +2

      Did you make them? Was the taste close?

    • @InsanePorcupine
      @InsanePorcupine Před 4 lety +3

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

    • @thedivyahuja
      @thedivyahuja Před 4 lety +9

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

    • @toriglenn3506
      @toriglenn3506 Před 4 lety +2

      Yes. Shotgun Red passed away, very sad.

  • @spoetryqueen
    @spoetryqueen Před 2 lety +33

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

    • @veliavalhalbert2616
      @veliavalhalbert2616 Před 2 lety +2

      You and me both.

    • @elsizzle2000
      @elsizzle2000 Před rokem

      What happen to him?

    • @etherealdreamer1
      @etherealdreamer1 Před rokem

      @@elsizzle2000 he passed away

    • @kuruptzZz
      @kuruptzZz Před rokem +1

      @@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

  • @sanl4336
    @sanl4336 Před 4 lety +76

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +9

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

    • @sanl4336
      @sanl4336 Před 4 lety +8

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

  • @SteeringWheelOperator
    @SteeringWheelOperator Před 4 lety +626

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

  • @falkor1980
    @falkor1980 Před 4 lety +111

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

  • @bigrig2122
    @bigrig2122 Před 2 lety +23

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 2 lety +5

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

    • @Blssc
      @Blssc Před 9 měsíci +4

      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!

  • @Skootavision
    @Skootavision Před 4 lety +17

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

  • @awaywithpaul3423
    @awaywithpaul3423 Před 4 lety +148

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +32

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

    • @brandywilliams290
      @brandywilliams290 Před 4 lety +30

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

    • @erlycuyler
      @erlycuyler Před 4 lety +10

      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
      @incogb6696 Před 4 lety

      oh wow

    • @Stevie-steel
      @Stevie-steel Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @georgemartin5980
    @georgemartin5980 Před 4 lety +24

    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!

  • @brxvo7882
    @brxvo7882 Před 3 lety +353

    When the McDonald’s at home is actually good:

  • @bbarinva
    @bbarinva Před 10 měsíci +6

    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!!

  • @Justentime77
    @Justentime77 Před 4 lety +43

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

  • @Justentime77
    @Justentime77 Před 4 lety +13

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

  • @MelissaLong1979
    @MelissaLong1979 Před 3 lety +5

    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.

  • @tunchikg
    @tunchikg Před 2 lety +10

    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!

  • @samskoglund8984
    @samskoglund8984 Před 4 lety +8

    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.

  • @douglash.1268
    @douglash.1268 Před 3 lety +10

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @annmarieatherton7904
    @annmarieatherton7904 Před 3 lety +10

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @mandu9520
    @mandu9520 Před 3 lety +2

    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.

  • @jazzminelizabeth
    @jazzminelizabeth Před 4 lety +26

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

  • @alleykitty2131
    @alleykitty2131 Před 4 lety +71

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +9

      Glad you like them! :)

    • @liz6733
      @liz6733 Před 4 lety +4

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

    • @adrianj3198
      @adrianj3198 Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @TonySzak1
    @TonySzak1 Před 2 lety +10

    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.

  • @hazelpedemonte4464
    @hazelpedemonte4464 Před 4 lety +8

    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
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +1

      I appreciate that! Thanks!

    • @lifenreviews
      @lifenreviews Před 3 lety

      🥺

    • @lifenreviews
      @lifenreviews Před 3 lety

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

    • @donnaleeah5075
      @donnaleeah5075 Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @EdwinHallowsBlaque
    @EdwinHallowsBlaque Před 4 lety +10

    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!

  • @rayhawaii
    @rayhawaii Před 4 lety +12

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

  • @Ging6mos
    @Ging6mos Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @liquidationhaircarecom443

    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

  • @yapdog
    @yapdog Před 4 lety +20

    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.

  • @LEGOMadness
    @LEGOMadness Před 4 lety +61

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

  • @Manannan_mac_Lir
    @Manannan_mac_Lir Před rokem +1

    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.

  • @LyndseyMacPherson
    @LyndseyMacPherson Před 2 lety +4

    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.

  • @richardjames849
    @richardjames849 Před 4 lety +5

    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!).

  • @FrazierMtnCheese
    @FrazierMtnCheese Před 4 lety +14

    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!

  • @marionsgray
    @marionsgray Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to try

  • @wildflowers5555
    @wildflowers5555 Před 3 lety

    Great! You make directions easy!

  • @davidnewbury2918
    @davidnewbury2918 Před 4 lety +37

    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!

  • @matreynolds1
    @matreynolds1 Před 4 lety +158

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

    • @JaejoongPrincess
      @JaejoongPrincess Před 4 lety +7

      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
      @Dude-vp7se Před 4 lety

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

    • @lanceanderson5826
      @lanceanderson5826 Před 3 lety +6

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

    • @JaejoongPrincess
      @JaejoongPrincess Před 3 lety +2

      @@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. czcams.com/video/U73SSvotDiQ/video.html

    • @latoyamcvay6656
      @latoyamcvay6656 Před 3 lety

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

  • @jonorisin73
    @jonorisin73 Před rokem

    Awesome explanation and demonstration. Thanks

  • @mehmetdoganozdemir6335
    @mehmetdoganozdemir6335 Před 3 lety +10

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

  • @mrbunnyjr
    @mrbunnyjr Před 4 lety +10

    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.

  • @wally2786
    @wally2786 Před 4 lety +28

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

  • @joemasters2270
    @joemasters2270 Před 11 měsíci

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

  • @joyisac8775
    @joyisac8775 Před 3 lety

    Wow. We enjoy and going to make it. Thanks

  • @koreylackford5621
    @koreylackford5621 Před 4 lety +37

    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
      @superblyrebird3697 Před 4 lety +4

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

  • @wingedfeats2214
    @wingedfeats2214 Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @Easy-Cooking
    @Easy-Cooking Před rokem

    Great recipe! Thank you very much for sharing! 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @t-3p016
    @t-3p016 Před 3 lety +3

    This is amazing! Love the recipe 💗

  • @davidmaclane5487
    @davidmaclane5487 Před 4 lety +62

    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
      @samwaldorf8777 Před 4 lety +3

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

    • @TheSorakiba
      @TheSorakiba Před 4 lety +3

      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
      @Lrussel5 Před 4 lety +6

      McD fries have always been shoestring fries in my area.

    • @davidgarza1877
      @davidgarza1877 Před 4 lety +5

      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
      @zeroturn7091 Před 4 lety

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

  • @flyingcat2054
    @flyingcat2054 Před 4 lety +12

    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
      @SpedAura Před 4 lety +2

      I’m doing it now :)

    • @amberjones9520
      @amberjones9520 Před 4 lety

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

  • @christopherjenssen2167

    Very clear, thoughtful instructions. Thank you very much!

  • @ThomasfromDenmark1
    @ThomasfromDenmark1 Před rokem

    Great stuff!

  • @arielunfolding7210
    @arielunfolding7210 Před 4 lety +5

    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!

  • @dkrysrael5253
    @dkrysrael5253 Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @tydiggs9117
    @tydiggs9117 Před 3 lety

    Looks great! Thank you.

  • @loganjohnson8010
    @loganjohnson8010 Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @HaveNoFearComix
    @HaveNoFearComix Před 4 lety +7

    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 :)

  • @lindawatson1779
    @lindawatson1779 Před 4 lety +17

    RIP Steve!! Your videos are GREAT! I will miss you so much!!!!

  • @josephnafnalus8221
    @josephnafnalus8221 Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @rhspeedwell
    @rhspeedwell Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @Username-em9hn
    @Username-em9hn Před 4 lety +14

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

  • @kevorkboyrazian4143
    @kevorkboyrazian4143 Před 4 lety +3

    Amazing recipe, thank you!

  • @sandradearing604
    @sandradearing604 Před 3 lety

    First video I've ever seen of your's...fascinating. TY TY TY

  • @stellabella5269
    @stellabella5269 Před 3 lety

    Awesome, I really enjoyed watching you make these.

  • @georgeclinton4524
    @georgeclinton4524 Před 4 lety +7

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

  • @otaku4204
    @otaku4204 Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @yoselinvazquez4735
    @yoselinvazquez4735 Před 4 lety

    This is so helpful thx

  • @jayonomayo1082
    @jayonomayo1082 Před 2 lety

    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 ❤️

  • @Believer3_
    @Believer3_ Před 4 lety +20

    They look gorgeous those fries 😍and what a lovely guy, you could tell he had a passion for cooking. may his soul rest in paradise ❤🌅

  • @sadaesashington7255
    @sadaesashington7255 Před 4 lety +63

    McDonald’s Fries 🍟 are good but they can’t be reheated. They just don’t taste the same as before. So you gotta eat them while they’re HOT 😄

    • @bethfiorekralwithpamperedc6902
      @bethfiorekralwithpamperedc6902 Před 4 lety +6

      I'm going to buy some McDonalds fries and reheat them in the Air Fryer we got recently. That should reheat them without making them soggy.

    • @TREWHIT1
      @TREWHIT1 Před 4 lety +1

      You can reheat in an air fryer.

    • @notsofast2325
      @notsofast2325 Před 4 lety +1

      when you order your fries tell them not to salt them, reheat and salt them at home . they taste better that way

    • @daixter6848
      @daixter6848 Před 3 lety

      Notsofast hmmmm sounds fishy

    • @rusty1187
      @rusty1187 Před 2 lety

      AGREED!

  • @johnd1466
    @johnd1466 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @Anton28281
    @Anton28281 Před 2 lety

    It tasted amazing thank you for the recipe

  • @Darima2
    @Darima2 Před 4 lety +7

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

    • @joeng4057
      @joeng4057 Před 4 lety +3

      What's your results?

    • @tangodad3320
      @tangodad3320 Před 4 lety

      If you try them you have to share results!

  • @ricebowl3
    @ricebowl3 Před 4 lety +42

    i researches how to make mcdonald’s fries back in the day, what he is telling you here is 100% correct

    • @CookingwithShotgunRed
      @CookingwithShotgunRed  Před 4 lety +10

      Thank you very much!!! :)

    • @arch4112002
      @arch4112002 Před 4 lety +5

      D-Nugget when I hauled food grade liquid tanker, I use to take corn syrup to where they are made. While it was in 09-10 and things can change, but back then they made mashed potatoes, added the corn syrup, salt, beef stock, and a few other things, formed them in to potatoe shapes and froze them. The flash fried them, cooled, froze and then bagged them.

    • @VLBrander
      @VLBrander Před 4 lety

      Also, the fries were blanched and quick frozen.

  • @ericgeorge4218
    @ericgeorge4218 Před 2 měsíci

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

  • @unfinishedbusiness3164
    @unfinishedbusiness3164 Před 2 lety +1

    Just saw this, I’m going to try it. Sounds amazing.

  • @the_other_seto_kaiba
    @the_other_seto_kaiba Před 4 lety +3

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

  • @williamh6009
    @williamh6009 Před 4 lety +159

    These comments..lol. Stuck in the house with a big bag of potatoes and self quarantined. Time to make some McDonald’s fries! 🍟

    • @diyakharal3130
      @diyakharal3130 Před 4 lety

      William H you are doing good tomorrow woot congratulations to r

  • @nico258788
    @nico258788 Před 22 dny

    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.

  • @snailmessia
    @snailmessia Před rokem

    I love your setup :)

  • @aberdeenmeadows
    @aberdeenmeadows Před 4 lety +6

    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!

  • @garynichols8186
    @garynichols8186 Před 4 lety +3

    Can't wait to try this!

  • @jairo909
    @jairo909 Před 4 lety

    Awesome, I'll have to try this

  • @sherose5370
    @sherose5370 Před 4 lety +2

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