There's nothing quite like a perfect french fry. It's that magic combination: crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside, and just the right amount of seasoning. <br /><br />What happens during the cooking process that turns the humble potato into a tasty treat? Celebrity chef Jet Tila and food scientist Dr. Arielle Johnson break down the recipe and science of french fries that you can make at home.<br /><br />SUBSCRIBE! for more Popular Science on YouTube ►► http://pops.ci/yt-sub<br /><br />--<br /><br />Producer/Video by: Jason Lederman<br /><br />Cinematographers: Jason Lederman, Tom McNamara<br /><br />Cameras:<br />Canon EOS C100 - https://amzn.to/2M6RVej<br />Canon EOS 5D Mark III - https://amzn.to/2WpqRuC<br /><br />Additional equipment:<br />Canon EF50mm Lens - https://amzn.to/2VZHdKY<br />Canon Zoom Lens EF24-105mm - https://amzn.to/2HALQ5F<br />Sachtler Ace XL Tripod System - https://amzn.to/30JxjMs<br />Sennheiser EW100ENG G3 Camera Wireless Mic Kit - https://amzn.to/30GRXN0<br />Litepanels Astra E 1x1 Daylight LED Panel - https://amzn.to/2K0ptIk<br />Lowepro Magnum 650 AW Shoulder Bag - https://amzn.to/2Wg8DMf<br />The North Face Base Camp Duffel - https://amzn.to/2wjQbUe<br /><br />Jet Tila's recipe: <br />https://amzn.to/2EQj2El<br /><br />Music: APM Music<br /><br />Media: Pond5, Prelinger Archives, Pixabay<br /><br />Special Thanks: Jet Tila, Dr. Arielle Johnson<br /><br />--<br /><br />GET MORE POPULAR SCIENCE<br /><br />https://www.popsci.com<br /><br />E-mail newsletter: pops.ci/enews<br /><br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/popsci<br /><br />Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/popsci<br /><br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popsci<br /><br />Flipboard: https://flipboard.com/@PopularScience<br /><br />Podcasts: https://www.popsci.com/popular-science-podcasts
