Viewed from above, you can see a tantalising mix of deep golden and purple hues, forming a vibrant colour contrast that is further punctuated by sprinkles of chopped vivid green herbs. Each crispy fry is generously dusted off with sea salt crystals that glimmer in the light. The whole dish is served on an elegant white ceramic platter, giving it a much-deserved pedestal.

Violet Gold: Duck Fat-Infused Violet Potato Fries with Fresh Herbs

Name: Violet Gold: Duck Fat-Infused Violet Potato Fries with Fresh Herbs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Violet potatoes, medium size, 8 washed and cut into batons; Duck fat, 4 cups; Sea salt, 1 tbsp crushed; Fresh rosemary, 1 sprig de-stemmed and chopped; Fresh thyme, 1 sprig de-stemmed and chopped; Garlic, 2 cloves minced; Olive oil, 2 tbsp; Black pepper, a pinch ground

Category Side Dish

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style American

Technique Oven-baking

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: July 13, 2025

In New York City, on this beloved French Fries Day, we're taking the humble French fry to new gourmet heights. This recipe involves violet potatoes, a variety known for their striking deep purple color and rich antioxidant content. When transformed into crispy, golden fries with a rich artisan duck fat infusion, these potatoes become stars of the plate that are as great to look at as they are to eat.

Ingredients (for 4)

Violet potatoes, medium size - 8 - washed and cut into batons
Duck fat - 4 cups
Sea salt - 1 tbsp - crushed
Fresh rosemary - 1 sprig - de-stemmed and chopped
Fresh thyme - 1 sprig - de-stemmed and chopped
Garlic - 2 cloves - minced
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Black pepper - a pinch - ground

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🌡️🕓

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 2 - 🦆🍳🔥

Melt the duck fat over medium heat until it's fully liquid in a medium saucepan.
Step 3 - 🥔💦🍽

Rinse the cut potatoes under cool water to get rid of any extra starch. Pat them dry to ensure maximum crispness.
Step 4 - 🥔🦆🕙

Add the potato batons to the melted duck fat and simmer over medium heat for around 10 minutes, until they're lightly golden.
Step 5 - 🍟🥄🗒

Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the fries from the duck fat and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 6 - 🍟🔥⏲

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, till the fries turn deeper golden with slightly crispy brown edges.
Step 7 - 🥘🌿🔥

While the fries are baking, heat olive oil in a small saucepan. Sauté the minced garlic till golden, then add chopped herbs and sauté until fragrant.
Step 8 - 🍟🥗🌿

Once baked, transfer fries to a large bowl. Add sautéed herb-garlic oil mixture, crushed sea salt, and ground black pepper. Toss well to combine.
Step 9 - 🍟🖐️😋

Serve your gourmet fries straight away while they're still warm and crisp.

Additional

Why not turn this dish into a playful 'fries bar'? Serve with an array of gourmet condiments like truffle aioli, beetroot ketchup, and whisky mustard, each in separate trendy dipping bowls! With adult supervision, kids can enjoy helping by washing the potatoes, stirring melted fat, or setting up the 'fries bar'.