French Fries, things you didn't know about them

Do you know the origin of French fries? It is said that Americans named them french fries, but the country of origin is disputed between France and Belgium, let us tell you why. Several theories indicate that during World War I, due to food shortages, Belgians would fish small fish from the river and fry them in lard and butter, but when the river froze and fishing was not possible, they would fry cut potatoes in sticks to replace the fried fish. When American soldiers arrived in the region, they nicknamed them french fries, although they were not French per se. Throughout history, French fries have been known by that same name; even today, they have become a side dish for international dishes such as hamburgers, hot dogs, cuts of meat, fish, and even as a delicious snack. Normally, the way to cook these tasty fries is: peel, cut into sticks, soak in water to release the starch, and finally fry between 160°C and 180°C. But what would you think if we gave you several options to skip the first three steps and get your homemade fries, just like restaurant-style, equally crispy, delicious, and that you can store for a long time? This can be achieved thanks to the wide variety of products that McCain, the potato expert, has devised to streamline the process and obtain delicious French fries almost instantly. Also, did you know that frozen potatoes have great flavor and also retain nutrients? This is McCain's secret. It is worth noting that frozen potatoes absorb less oil than fresh ones, as long as they are cooked correctly and fried directly from frozen into hot oil. In fact, the frozen potatoes from McCain's product range are designed to conquer any palate. They are even planted in the field, harvested, and then go through a strict quality control process where the best are selected to maintain high-quality flavor and complete the process with specific cuts. You can choose from straight, thin, wavy cuts, seasoned wedges, or smiley shapes. Did you know that frozen potatoes retain their nutrients? These include iron, vitamin C, and soluble fiber; here are some recipes that are perfect to accompany with French fries: Mini Meatloaf with Bacon Cheeseburger Mustard Chicken Three Chile Wedges with Cilantro Dressing Crispy Chicken Strips with Honey and Chipotle Guacamole with Marinated Shrimp