About National French Fry Day
What Is National French Fry Day?
National French Fry Day is an unofficial food holiday celebrated each year on the second Friday in July. It's a day to honor one of the world's favorite comfort foods—the humble yet irresistible French fry!
Origins of the Celebration
While the exact origins of National French Fries Day are unclear, it appears to have emerged in the early 2000s through social media and food-centric websites. What began as a lighthearted tribute to fries quickly caught on, becoming a fun annual event. Whether you're whipping up fries at home or visiting your favorite fry joint, National French Fry Day gives you the perfect excuse to indulge.
How to Celebrate
Cook up your favorite style: shoestring, curly, steak-cut, waffle, or even sweet potato fries.
Experiment with seasoning: classic salt, garlic parmesan, Cajun spice, or even exotic mix-ins like truffle oil and fresh herbs.
Try different dipping sauces: ketchup, aioli, sriracha mayo, curry sauce—you can even create your own signature dip.
Visit a local restaurant or food truck offering special National French Fries Day deals—many spots celebrate with discounts or even fry freebies.
Host a fry party: have friends bring their favorite fry varieties and sauces for a tasty fry fest!
Delicious Variations Around the World
French fries may have Belgian or French roots, but they've evolved in creative ways worldwide:
Canada: Poutine – fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in gravy.
USA: Chili cheese fries – topped with hearty chili and melted cheese.
UK: Fish and chips – classic pairing of fries with battered fish.
Netherlands: Patatje oorlog – fries with peanut satay sauce, mayo, and onions.
Did you know? The world’s longest French fry was over 34 cm (13.5 inches) long—it was cooked in Turkey in 2017!
Did you know? Belgians often dip their fries in mayonnaise rather than ketchup—a tradition still alive in many Belgian fry stands.
Fun Facts
French Fries aren't French. They come from Belgium.
In New York City alone, more than 10 billion fries are consumed each year.
The term “french fries” first appeared in print in an 1856 New York restaurant menu.
Frozen fries were first introduced commercially in the 1940s, revolutionizing home fry preparation.
Tips for Perfect Homemade Fries
Choose the right potato: Russet or Yukon Gold offer the best texture for crispiness.
Double fry: Do an initial fry at a lower temperature (around 325°F) to cook through, then a second fry at 375°F to crisp up.
Drain and season: Let fries rest briefly after frying so excess oil drains, then season while still warm.
Keep them warm: Use a wire rack in a warm oven (200°F) to keep fries crispy until serving.
National French Fry Day Around the Globe
Though it’s an American-born food holiday, National French Fry Day inspires fry lovers everywhere. Whether you’re indulging in pommes frites in France, patat in the Netherlands, or loaded fries in the USA, it’s a day to savor every crispy bite.
Join the Celebration!
Share your fry creations on social media using hashtags like #NationalFrenchFryDay or #FriesForever. Tag your favorite fry spots, show off your homemade seasoning mixes, and celebrate the joy of fries with friends and family.
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