The humble French fry might seem iconically American. But it’s actually pretty popular all over the world, with each country putting a unique spin on the crispy classic. From British chips to Canadian cheese curds, drool over these 12 different iterations.
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South Africa: Slap Chips
Served: Soaked in vinegar, fried twice and sprinkled with salt and more vinegar.
South Korea: Honey Butter Fries
Served: Drizzled in, yes, honey and butter.
Belgium: Frites
Served: Thick-cut, double-fried, drizzled with mayonnaise and in a paper cone.
France: Pommes Frites
Served: Thin-cut, crispy and alongside a main course (ideally steak or mussels).
India: Finger Chips
Served: Spicy, cooked in turmeric, chili powder and sometimes masala.
Spain: Patatas Bravas
Served: Cubed, covered in mayonnaise and spicy tomato sauce.
Japan: Furaido Potato
Served: Topped with furikake, a garlicky condiment made of seaweed, sesame seeds and other seasonings.
Netherlands: Kapsalon
Served: Beneath shawarma meat, Gouda and salad greens.