6 Best Ways To Eat French Fries From Around The World

Have you ever met anyone who refused a piping hot French fry? We haven’t, and in case you have, we hope you’re not in touch with them.

Keeping the calorie-talk aside, who in their right mind would say no to the one food item that has the potential to bring peace and happiness to the world?

We don't know when, where or who turned potatoes into fries but we are glad they did. This quintessential fast food is as universal as our emotions. From the smallest take-outs to Michelin-star restaurants, there’s hardly any country, city or even a town that could survive without a small kiosk of French fries.

Some like their fries crispy while others prefer fluffy, scroll down to see how this simple yet oh-so-delicious snack is eaten around the world. You might find some crazy ways to chop, fry or drizzle your potatoes the next time around.

1. Belgium

Some consider Belgium to be the fortunate birthplace of fried potato making this golden snack the show star of Belgian street-food.

Thick, short and incredibly fluffy, fries (or Frites, as locals call it) are fried twice. The first time cooks them through and makes them tender. The second time, which can be done hours later just before serving, turns them golden brown and deliciously crisp.

You'll find tourists and locals strolling with cone-shaped card boxes filled with these golden potatoes.

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