FRENCH FRIES

The reality behind the most popular staples

An episode from the series FOOD BUSINESS INVESTIGATIONS

Synopsis

Without it, hamburgers wouldn't be as popular, and French fries’ shacks wouldn't exist. Crunchy or soft, eaten at the table or in the street, in a cone or as a side dish, the French fry is a star.

This irresistible potato stick, which first appeared in the 19th century, requires a bit of know-how. Most of the fries consumed today are industrial, bought in the frozen section of supermarkets.

It has even become one of the most widely consumed foods in the world, even in China where demand is exploding. So much so that the "Potato King" is now Chinese.