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Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a new cooking method that could make French fries significantly healthier without compromising their crispiness or flavor. The innovative process combines traditional frying with microwave heating, which reduces the amount of oil absorbed by the fries. The approach, described in studies published in Current Research in Food Science and The Journal of Food Science, aims to lower fat content while maintaining the texture consumers expect from fried foods. In conventional frying, as water inside the potato evaporates, empty spaces form that pull in oil through negative pressure. The research team led by Pawan Singh Takhar sought to counter this by introducing a microwave step. Microwaves heat food from the inside out, causing water molecules to oscillate and create steam, shifting internal pressure to positive levels that resist oil absorption. While microwaving alone leaves food soft, combining it with traditional frying achieves both crispness and a lower fat profile. To achieve this balance, the researchers built a specialized microwave fryer capable of monitoring pressure, temperature, and moisture in real time. Their results show that this hybrid technique can reduce oil uptake while preserving the desired crunch and flavor. The innovation represents a potential leap forward for making fried foods less fatty, aligning with consumers’ growing demand for healthier eating without sacrificing enjoyment.

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