France is believed to be the birthplace of this legendary invention, although there is still no definite answer to that question. The first reliable mention of this snack comes from the pen of Charles Dickens. In the novel "A Tale of Two Cities" he noted the fried potatoes sold on the streets of France. That is how the future symbol of fast food began its path to world fame. French fries recipes begin with frying potato slices in fresh oil. The juicy potatoes with a crispy crust simply melt in your mouth. How the dish is served next varies significantly from country to country.
The five most commonly used ingredients in the recipes:
There are plenty of ways to make and serve this food. Americans like to season it with ketchup, South Africans pour vinegar over it, the French prefer to use mayonnaise, Koreans – honey with butter, the Japanese – seaweed and various seasonings, and the Belgians – raw egg. In the UK it is served exclusively as an accompaniment to the main dish, fried fish. Thanks to its amazing taste, this treat is often served not only as a side dish but also on its own.