SnackSide Dish

Patatje Oorlog (Dutch 'War' Fries)

Name: Patatje Oorlog (Dutch 'War' Fries)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: dutch
Ingredients: 500 g potato cut into fries; 750 ml vegetable oil; 4 tbsp mayonnaise; 3 tbsp peanut butter; 1 tsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp water; 0.5 tsp brown sugar; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 pcs onion finely chopped; 1 pinch salt

Patatje Oorlog, literally 'fries war', is a popular Dutch street food snack featuring crispy fries smothered in a delightful combination of peanut sauce, mayonnaise, and raw onions. This vegetarian version captures the classic flavors and textures for a satisfying treat.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 30 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 953 kcal

Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, mustard, nuts, peanuts, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

500 gpotato, cut into fries
750 mlvegetable oil
1 pinchsalt

sauce

4 tbspmayonnaise

peanut sauce

3 tbsppeanut butter
1 tspsoy sauce
2 tbspwater
0.5 tspbrown sugar
0.25 tspgarlic powder

garnish

0.25 pcsonion, finely chopped

Equipment

slotted spoon · thermometer · large pot · wire rack · small saucepan

The method

Step by step

1
Prepare the fries by cutting potatoes into even strips.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: For crispier fries, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes, then pat them completely dry before frying.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven to 170°C (340°F).
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for best results.
3
Fry the potato strips in batches for 5-7 minutes until they are soft and lightly colored.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcrowd the pot; this helps the fries cook evenly and become crispy.
4
Remove the fries from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain them on a wire rack or paper towels.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Season with salt immediately after removing from the oil.
5
Increase the oil temperature to 190°C (375°F).
About 2 min
6
Return the fries to the hot oil and fry for another 2-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: This second fry ensures maximum crispiness.
7
Remove the fries, drain again, and season with salt.
About 1 min
8
While the fries are cooking, prepare the peanut sauce by combining peanut butter, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and garlic powder in a small saucepan.
About 3 min
9
Heat the peanut sauce over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and warm.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Add a little more water if the sauce is too thick.
10
To serve, place the crispy fries in a bowl or on a plate.
11
Drizzle generously with the warm peanut sauce, then add dollops of mayonnaise on top.
12
Finish by scattering the finely chopped onion over everything.
Cook’s note: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of hot fries and cool toppings.

Per serving

Nutrition

64%Score

Calories: 952.6kcal
Protein: 11.8g
Carbs: 52.3g
Fat: 79.5g
Fibre: 7.4g
Sugar: 7.2g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Patatje Oorlog is best enjoyed fresh; leftovers will lose their crispiness and texture.