Yes, although others all have negative attributes that could get in the way of your maximum enjoyment of crinkle-cut fries. Leave the red potatoes and fingerlings for roasting or boiling. More than 200 different types of potatoes exist in the United States alone. While most of these are not easily found at your local grocery store or organic foods market, there are still plenty of options to choose from. In a pinch, you could make crinkle-cut french fries from any variety. However, it makes sense to choose the starchiest and largest options on your next shopping trip.