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Syn Free Perfect Baked Oven Fries

March 22, 2012 5 Comments

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How to cook the perfect baked oven fries – syn free, golden, crispy and delicious!

perfect baked oven fries in a white tray with parchment paper and dish of ketchup

I can pretty much guess that before any of us embarked on this healthy eating regime, we would occasionally (or even more than occasionally) dig into a greasy filled bag of fries (chips), right? I will definitely raise my hand here. I am guilty of doing so. 

But my question is, why? and to be honest I really can not answer, why? because it is so easy to make healthier perfect baked oven fries at home and I actually prefer them to the grease-laden kind now. 

perfect baked oven fries on parchment lined white tray with dish of ketchup

Hate chopping potatoes to make fries or chips? You seriously need one of these KitchenCraft Potato Chippers in your life. 

Before I became the proud owner of one of these, I would slice my potatoes by hand and now I really wish I had bought one of these sooner, because oh my goodness, it is so quick and makes perfectly shaped fries and comes with two different size blades. 

 Okay, some may say that is lazy, but so be it. Lazy I am!! I love mine. 

You basically put a whole potato into it, press down the handle and voila!! you have chips. If you don’t even want to peel your potatoes, you can even leave the skin on, I mean skin on chips or fries are equally delicious and think of the fibre. 

Allow about 250g/9oz of potato per person. Make sure it is the floury type of potato if you truly want crispy golden chips. Here in the US/Canada Russet Potatoes tend to be the most popular variety, but in the UK it would be King Edward’s or Maris Pipers.

You will also want a super large baking sheet and some parchment paper. Because the key to making the perfect oven baked fries is not cramming them too close together on a tray. Know what happens when you do? The heat doesn’t circulate around the chips or fries meaning they tend to steam instead and results in soggy and not very appetizing chips. Trust me!!

cooked perfect baked oven fries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper

So once you have the desired chip shape, just add the chips to a large saucepan water, bring to a bubbling boil, then turn off the heat and leave them in the water for 3 mins, drain, rinse under cold running water and pat dry between a clean tea towel or some kitchen paper. 

Tempted to skip that part because you can’t wait? I personally wouldn’t even if you are cooking these perfect baked oven fries in an Actifry. The reason being is they will burn on the edges and be raw in the centre. Parboiling them like this really helps to make them golden and super crispy. You will love them!!!

Then all that is needed is to add them to the large baking sheet, spray with cooking oil spray and bake in a hot oven until super golden and crispy, turning over halfway through for even crispness. If you are lucky enough to own an Actifry or airfryer, you can place them in there instead. I usually find they take slightly less time in the actifry compared to the oven. But maximum cooking time once added to the oven is about 45 mins. 

close up of perfect baked oven fries on baking tray

Serve sprinkled with plenty of sea salt and some ketchup is a bonus, even syn the bottled kind or make some of this amazing Syn Free Ketchup or Barbecue Sauce. Hey, you could even go down the garlic mayo route, by using mixing some low syn mayo, with crushed garlic cloves, parsley and salt. Heavenly!!

(Ketchup is approx 1.5 syns per tablespoon and extra light Mayonnaise is approx 1 syn per tablespoon, depending on the brands used, so always check the syn values)

perfect baked oven fries on parchment paper in a white tray with rope handles

Below are some seasoning mixes you can make to coat your fries in. Rub the mixes onto your fries once they have cooled down. (best done after you have sprayed them with spray oil), then place on the baking tray to be cooked in the oven

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How can I add a 1/3 speed foods to these Perfect Baked Oven Fries?

Whatever meal you decide to serve these alongside, just add plenty of speed foods to the dish or go for some roasted vegetable or a yummy mixed salad. There are so many great speed packed meals you could serve these with. Why not take a look at my FULL RECIPE INDEX with over 850+ delicious Slimming World Recipes all fully searchable by meal type, ingredients, syn value, Weight Watchers Smart Points etc

perfect baked oven fries on white tray with rope handles served with a dish of ketchup

Need some seasoning ideas to vary these perfect baked oven fries? Try some of the below seasonings. 

Cajun Seasoning Mix

This is enough mix for a 4 person serving of fries 

  • 2 teaspoon of paprika
  • 2 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon of oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (add more if you like them super spicy)
  • salt and black pepper

(I mix this all up using a mortar and pestle)

Garlic and Herb Mix

This is enough mix for a 4 person serving of fries

  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon of Italian mixed herbs
  • sea salt

(I mix this all up using a mortar and pestle)

BBQ Seasoning Mix

This is enough mix for a 4 person serving of fries (double up to serve more)

  • 1.5 tablespoon of tomato paste
  • 1.5 tsp of paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of chilli powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of sweetener
  • 1/4 teaspoon of mustard powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon of oregano
  • a little salt and black pepper

(I mix this all up using a mortar and pestle)

Add the chips once completed the parboiled stage to a large bowl, add in your seasoning choice, toss to coat well and then add to a tray and follow the steps for cooking below

perfect baked oven fries and ketchup on parchment lined white tray with rope handles

Can I freeze some of these in advance?

Yes, you sure can and it is something I do often. Once you have parboiled your fries (never freeze raw or they turn black) just allow them to cool, spread them out on a piece of parchment paper, place on a tray and carefully place in the freezer. Then once they are frozen you can transfer them to freezer ziplock bags. This will stop them from sticking together.

Then when you want to cook them, you just add them straight to a baking tray sprayed with spray oil, spray over the top of them, and viola straight into your oven to bake. (or you can even spray them with the spray oil before freezing)

You can also freeze these already prepared with the spice mixes above.


Check out these other variations of chips below:

  • Syn Free Chip Shop Chips
  • Syn Free Curly Fries
  • Garlic Parmesan Fries with Ranch Dip
  • Spicy Potato Wedges
  • Canadian Poutine
  • Big Mac Fries
  • Syn Free Chip Shop Curry Sauce
  • Low Syn Ketchup
  • Chilli Cheese Fries
  • Best Ever Low Syn Fish and Chips
  • Pizza Fries

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Syn Free Perfect Baked Oven Fries

Syn Free Perfect Baked Oven Fries

Yield: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

How to cook the perfect baked oven fries - syn free, golden, crispy and delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1kg/2.25lbs of russet potatoes
  • sea salt
  • cooking oil spray

Instructions

  1. Slice potatoes to desired chip/fry shape, can peel or leave skin on.
  2. Add to a saucepan of water. Bring to a boil, once it starts to bubble, turn off heat and leave in water for 3 minutes.
  3. Drain, rinse under cold water, then pat dry between a clean towel or kitchen paper.
  4. Preheat oven to 220c/425f (may need to adjust for fan ovens)
  5. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking oil spray.
  6. Add the fries/chips well spaced out onto the baking sheet, add a pinch of salt sprinkled evenly over the top and then spray over the top with more cooking oil spray
  7. Place in the oven and bake for about 40-45 mins until golden and crispy, turning over around the 25 minutes mark.
  8. Season with more sea salt as needed and enjoy!!!

Notes

This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, vegan, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendly

  • Extra Easy - syn free per serving
  • Green/Vegan - syn free per serving
  • WW Smart Points - 6 per serving

*suitable for freezing (see method for freezing)

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 243Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 180mgCarbohydrates: 54gFiber: 6gSugar: 3gProtein: 7g

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  1. Emily C Matthews

    March 22, 2012 at 9:39 am

    I make these all the time but I cut them into round shapes. I prefer them too :o)

  2. stephanienield

    March 25, 2012 at 11:16 am

    Mmmmm egg chips & beans, food of the gods!

  3. Christy Marin

    April 11, 2012 at 9:38 am

    Hi!

    I have been using this nifty gadget for 2 years now, and I love it.. like you say… why would we even want greasy chips/fries? I dont even like the taste of them anymore!

  4. Carol floyd

    April 28, 2018 at 5:49 am

    Can I cook these chips in an multi fry cooker please

  5. Shevy (Slimming Eats)

    April 28, 2018 at 11:54 am

    Hi Carol, yes you sure can, just follow all the parboiling steps up to placing in the oven, but instead add to your air fryer. Perfect chips every time.

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