# Marcel's $22 Fries

> Marcel's $22 frites are so good, they don't need condiments.
- Title: Marcel's $22 Fries · Bon Appétit | Shortify
- Summary: Marcel's $22 frites are so good, they don't need condiments. Marcel's $22 frites are so good they don't need condiments.
- Keywords: marcel, frites, new york, sotheby's, chicken jus, sauce au poivre, filet de boeuf, idaho russet, peanut oil, la baleine, french fry cutter, Bon Appétit
- Source: Bon Appétit — https://bonappetit.com/expensive-fries-marcel-new-york
- Author: Hana Asbrink
- Published: 2026-11-04T13:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: marcel, frites, new york, sotheby's, chicken jus, sauce au poivre, filet de boeuf, idaho russet, peanut oil, la baleine, french fry cutter, food
## Marcel's $22 Frites
Marcel's $22 frites are so good they don't need condiments.
## Chef's Process
The kitchen uses Idaho Russet potatoes for their length, sugar, and moisture content.
## Frying Technique
Potatoes are pre-fried in peanut oil at 160C (320F) before a second fry at 180C (356F).
## Chef's Preference
Marie-Aude Rose uses La Baleine fine sea salt for seasoning all dishes at Marcel.
## Key takeaway

Marcel's $22 frites are so good they don't need condiments.