how long to soak potatoes before frying
1 Place potato slices into a large bowl of cold water as you slice. 2  Drain, and rinse, then refill the bowl with water, and add the salt. 3  Let the potatoes soak in the salty water for at least 30 minutes. 4  Drain, then rinse and drain again. 5  Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).