Home fries are a type of potato dish made by frying diced, shredded, or sliced potatoes that have been par-cooked by boiling, baking, steaming, or microwaving. The potatoes are cooled between the two stages. Thus, they differ from french fries, which are cooked primarily by deep-frying. For other uses, see Potato (disambiguation). ... Plantains frying in vegetable oil. ... Dicing is a method of food preparation in which the food item is cut into small blocks or dice. ... Par-cooking refers to the technique of partially cooking foods so that they can be finished later. ... French fried potatoes, commonly known as French fries or fries (North America) or chips (United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland and Commonwealth) are pieces of potato that have been chopped into batons and deep fried. ... A Deep fried Twinkie Breaded, deep-fried squid Deep frying is a cooking method whereby food is submerged in hot oil or fat. ...

The frying is typically done in butter or vegetable oil, and chopped onions, pepper, and other ingredients are typically added. Butter is commonly sold in sticks (pictured) or blocks, and frequently served with the use of a butter knife. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with cooking oil. ... Binomial name L. Many plants in the genus Allium are known by the common name onion but, used without qualifiers, it usually refers to Allium cepa. ... Capsicum is a genus of plants from the nightshade family (Solanaceae), native to Mexico, and now cultivated worldwide. ...

The consistency depends on the type of potato used. Although various types of white potatoes are the most popular base, sometimes waxy (usually red-skinned) or sweet potatoes are used. Binomial name L. “Camote” redirects here. ...

In many countries, home fries are usually served for breakfast. There are many ways people eat them, for example with ham and eggs, or covered with ketchup. In some locations, home fries are even used as a pizza topping. Ham with cloves Technically, ham is the thigh and rump of any animal that is slaughtered for meat, but the term is usually restricted to a cut of pork, the haunch of a pig or boar. ... An egg is a body consisting of an ovum surrounded by layers of membranes and an outer casing of some type, which acts to nourish and protect a developing embryo. ... A bottle of Heinz Organic Ketchup Ketchup (or less commonly catsup) also known as Red Sauce or Tomato Sauce is a condiment, usually made with ripened tomatoes. ... A pizza with tomatoes, field mushrooms, and onions as toppings. ...

Home fries can also be a part of a Full English Breakfast. This article or section does not adequately cite its references or sources. ...

External links

• A recipe for home fries