Skillet Fries with Gremolata and Aioli

Skillet Fries with Gremolata and Aioli

Courtesy of Idaho Potato Commission 4 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 20 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
extra virgin olive oil, as needed
4 Idaho® Russet potatoes, cut into steak fries.
sea salt, as needed

Gremolata (Yield 4 Tbsp.):
2 Tbsp. parsley, fresh, chopped
zest from 1 lemon
1 garlic clove, minced

Aioli (Yield 1 c.):
1 c. mayonnaise
juice of 1/2 lemon
1 garlic clove, finely grated
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
sea salt, as needed

Directions:

1. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until almost smoking.

2. Add potato wedges in one layer, being careful not to overcrowd pan. When potatoes start to sizzle, place skillet in a 475°F oven. Cook potatoes 8 min. on one side, then remove pan and carefully flip potatoes. Cook another 8 min., until potatoes are golden brown and tender.

3. Transfer potatoes to a bowl and sprinkle generously with sea salt and gremolata. Serve alongside bowl of aioli for dipping.

Gremolata:

Combine all ingredients and reserve, refrigerated.

Aioli:

Combine all ingredients and reserve, refrigerated.

* Recipe courtesy of Mike Lata, Chef-Owner, Fig, Charleston, S.C.