Evenchefs have strong opinionson the topic.
They also need to be salty enough, which can be a major pitfall.
Extra seasonings besides salt aren’t a must, but they’re definitely enjoyable when done right.
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A medium order cost me $4.15.
The look:These were some of the thicker fries of the bunch.
The taste:Unfortunately, I can’t say many good things about Burger King’s fries.
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They were extremely underseasoned and definitely needed a big sprinkle of salt to make them worth the calories.
A large order cost me $3.36.
The look:There’s no denying that waffle fries are fun!
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So, I couldn’t help but be excited to try Chick-fil-A’s version.
The taste:I generally enjoy Chick-fil-A’s fries, but the chain frequently misses the mark on execution.
While the texture was decently crispy, the fries were tragically undersalted.
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Without enough salt or sauce to boost their flavor, these just fell flat.
A large order cost me $4.25.
Like Chick-fil-A, the quality of McDonald’s fries really depends on execution.
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When they’re fresh, hot, and perfectly salted, they could easily seize the No.
Unfortunately, the batch I got was more in line with the latter.
They were thicker than the McDonald’s fries but not quite as thick as the Burger King fries.
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Wendy’s Natural-Cut Fries
Wendy’sNatural-Cut Friesare skin-on and seasoned with sea salt.
A large order cost me $4.15.
A large order cost me $6.39.
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The look:One look at KFC’s fries left no doubt that they were perfectly cooked and seasoned.
They had a deep golden brown color from the spices and their time in the fryer.
The texture was also perfectly crispy on the outside, with a soft, fluffy middle.
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Still, perfectly enjoyable!
A regular order cost me $4.25.
They were also the thickest of the bunch, with only Burger King coming close.
Shake Shack hit the bullseye on both criteria.
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