In the HoReCa segment, french fries have long become more than just a side dish. Today, they are a product that directly impacts guest experience, repeat purchases, and overall business profitability. That is why it is important to consider not only the purchasing price, but also the key quality indicators of the product.
High-quality french fries are evaluated based on several criteria: dry matter content, color, texture, fry length, product defects, and taste characteristics.
DRY MATTER CONTENT
French fries with a high dry matter content develop a crispy crust, maintain a soft texture inside, and absorb less oil during cooking. Products with a lower dry matter level lose their structure faster and may become soft after frying.
In the professional segment, McCain ORIGINAL CHOICE fries 9/9 and McCain Caterpack fries 7/7 remain especially popular due to their consistent performance in professional kitchens.
COLOR AND TEXTURE
Professional-grade french fries should have an even golden color, a crispy surface, and the right internal texture without hollow spaces.
For delivery and street food formats, McCain SureCrisp 6/6 Coated French Fries and McCain Star Julienne Coated French Fries 9/9 mm continue to be popular solutions because they maintain the texture of the finished product for a longer time, even after packaging and transportation.
PRODUCT DEFECTS
It is also important to pay attention to product defects such as dark spots, remaining potato skin, broken pieces, or inconsistent sizing. A high percentage of defects negatively affects plate presentation and creates additional waste during preparation.
TASTE
High-quality french fries should have a natural potato taste without any off-flavors from oil or bitterness. Taste is often what creates the final impression for guests and influences whether they will order the dish again.
Frozenfood UA offers professional solutions for foodservice businesses of various formats. The ассортимент includes products from McCain, one of the global leaders in the french fries and professional kitchen solutions category.
