Double Fried Cast Iron French Fries

Ingredients 

4 Large russet potatoes

4 Quarts of beef tallow

1 Tablespoons sea salt (for soak)

1 Tablespoon sea salt (for seasoning)

1 Tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

1. Rinse to clean the potatoes.

2. Cut potatoes into strips.

3. Cover completely with cold water that includes sea salt & vinegar. Soak the cut potato strips for at least 1 hour.  Can soak in refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

4. Drain and dry the potatoes thoroughly with paper towels.

5. Heat the beef tallow in your Dutch Oven to 325°F.

6. First Fry - Add the potatoes strips in small batches and cook for 7 minutes until tender and pale, but not browned.

7. Remove and let the strips drain and rest on a wire rack or paper towel for 15 minutes.

8. Second Fry - Increase the beef tallow temperature to 375°F. and fry the par-cooked potatoes for 2-4 minutes until they turn golden brown and extra crispy.

9. Transfer the hot fries to a large bowl, blot excess tallow, and immediately season generously with sea salt.