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Rinse, peel, and slice the russet potatoes into uniform 1 cm thick fries.
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Submerge cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat completely dry.
03 -
In a large bowl, toss fries with vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and ground cumin until evenly coated.
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Arrange fries in a single layer on a lined baking tray or prepare a pot of hot oil at 180°C. Bake for 30–35 minutes, turning midway, or deep fry until golden brown and crisp.
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Transfer hot fries to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Present with nacho cheese sauce for dipping.