Belgian Fries are not just \u201cFrench Fries\u201d; they are a culinary obsession in Belgium, where they are traditionally served in paper cones from \u201cfrietkot\u201d street stalls. Unlike standard thin fries, Belgian fries are cut thicker and undergo a mandatory double-frying process. Culturally, they are a point of national pride, served with a side of cool, creamy mayonnaise rather than ketchup. The first fry at a lower temperature \u201cblanches\u201d the potato, cooking it through to a fluffy, mashed-potato texture on the inside. The second fry at a high temperature creates the legendary \u201ccrunch\u201d and the deep golden hue that makes them world-famous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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