Hand-Cut Fries With Smoked Aioli (Gluten Free)

• cup mayonnaise↗3⁄4
• garlic clove↗1
• teaspoon smoked spanish paprika↗1
• teaspoon fresh lemon juice↗1
• tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley1
• teaspoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley2
• kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
• vegetable oil, for frying↗
• large baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks (about 2 pounds)↗3

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a food processor, puree the mayonnaise with the garlic, smoked paprika and lemon juice.

2. 2

   Stir in 2 teaspoons of the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Scrape the aioli into a small bowl and refrigerate.

3. 3

   In a large saucepan, heat 1 inch of oil to 250°.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, rinse the potatoes and pat thoroughly dry.

5. 5

   Working in batches, fry the potatoes until they are almost tender and look dry on the outside, about 6 minutes.

6. 6

   Transfer to paper towels to drain.

7. 7

   Increase the oil temperature to 350°.

8. 8

   Cook the fries in batches until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer to paper towels to drain and immediately season with salt.

10. 10

    Sprinkle the fries with the remaining 1 tablespoon of parsley and serve with the smoked aioli.