The Duck Fat Disco Fries Recipe John Wick Wishes He Had
Prep Time:
45 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Servings:
3 Servings
Ingredients
  • 3 large russet potatoes, peeled
  • 3 cups duck fat
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small shallot, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups beef stock
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
Directions
  1. Cut the potatoes into fries.
  2. Place the cut potatoes into a container of cold water to soak for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, begin the gravy: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, whisking constantly until lightly golden.
  5. Slowly pour in the beef stock, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  6. Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  7. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside while you finish the fries.
  8. Drain the fries and pat them dry with paper towels.
  9. Add the duck fat to a heavy-bottomed pot, Dutch oven, or deep fryer and heat to 350 F.
  10. Add enough fries to the pan so that they are in a single layer.
  11. Fry the potatoes in batches for about 5 minutes at a time until they are golden brown.
  12. Transfer the browned potatoes to a cooling rack-covered baking sheet and immediately sprinkle with salt.
  13. Place the fries on a baking sheet or an oven-safe dish, pour gravy on them as desired, then top with mozzarella and Gruyere.
  14. Broil in the oven for 1 to 2 minutes, until the cheese melts.
  15. Serve immediately while they are warm and gooey.