Supa Fries 2 kg Pack Guide: Servings, Cooking Times and Storage in One Place

You have just brought home your first 2 kg pack of Supa Fries. It is sitting in the freezer, and you have questions. How many meals will it make? How long should I cook it? What do I do once it is open? This guide answers all of it in one place, so the pack works as hard as you do.

This guide puts everything about the pack in one place, so you can plan meals, cook with confidence and get the most from every bag.

What is in a Supa Fries 2 kg pack?

How many servings are in a 2 kg pack?

For a family of four eating chips as a side, one pack covers about three meals. Planning a party? Use our fries per person guide.

How do you cook Supa Fries?

Always cook from frozen. Do not thaw first.

Stop when the fries are golden yellow, not brown, then salt straight away. For pan frying and troubleshooting, see how to cook frozen fries, and for extra crunch, 9 tips for crispy chips.

Cooks from frozen in about 3 minutes Supa Fries Premium Frozen Fries, 2 kg

Straight-cut from Tanzanian potatoes, no preservatives. Cook from frozen in the deep fryer, air fryer or oven.

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How should you store an opened pack?

• Take out only what you need and put the pack straight back in the freezer.
• Squeeze out the air, roll the top down and clip it, or move the fries into a freezer bag.
• Use an opened pack within 1 to 2 months for the best crunch.
• Never refreeze thawed fries. Cook them the same day.

More freezer tips, including what to do in a power cut, are in how to store frozen fries.

What can you make with one pack?

• Chipsi mayai for breakfast or a quick dinner
• Chips kuku for the weekend
• Loaded fries for movie night
• Seasoned chips with our seasoning ideas

Or plan a whole week with one pack, 7 family meals.

Can you cook Supa Fries in a frying pan?

Yes, if you have no fryer or oven. Pour oil about 1 to 2 cm deep into a heavy pan and heat it until a fry dropped in sizzles strongly right away. Add the frozen fries in a single layer, without crowding. Fry for 5 to 7 minutes, turning them every minute or two, until golden on all sides. Drain on a rack or paper, then salt. This is also how many homes start chipsi mayai: fry the chips in the pan, then pour the eggs over.

What tips help first-time cooks?

• Shake off loose ice before frying; ice makes oil spit.
• Lower fries in gently with a basket or slotted spoon. Never drop them from a height.
• Do not fill the basket more than halfway.
• Use a timer. 3 minutes in a deep fryer is usually enough.
• Stop at golden yellow. Darker means overcooked.
• Salt away from the fryer, in a bowl.
• Serve straight away. Fries are best in the first 5 minutes.

What if my fries do not turn out right?

More fixes in 9 tips for crispy chips and how to make fries less oily.

Are Supa Fries safe for everyone?

Supa Fries are made from potatoes, with no preservatives. If you have a specific food allergy or medical diet, check with us and with your health worker. Remember that the oil you fry in matters too: if you use groundnut oil, tell anyone with a peanut allergy. And as with all fried foods, enjoy them as part of a balanced diet. Read are frozen fries healthy?

What if I need more than a few packs?

Businesses can order in bulk from 15 kg, with weekly or biweekly delivery in Dar es Salaam and invoicing on request. Families stocking up for events can also order several packs; delivery in Dar es Salaam is free on orders above TZS 150,000. See how to order Supa Fries, why restaurants choose Supa Fries, and catering with fries.

Where do Supa Fries come from?

Supa Fries are cut from potatoes grown in Tanzania's Southern Highlands, then frozen in Dar es Salaam and delivered to homes and businesses. Learn the story in frozen fries made in Tanzania and Irish potatoes in Tanzania, or read more about us. For general freezer safety, the USDA's freezing guide is a useful reference.

How do you get the best value from a pack?

• Weigh your portions once so you know what 150 g looks like in your scoop or bowl.
• Cook only what you will eat; there is no need to cook the whole pack.
• Reseal immediately to avoid freezer burn and wasted fries.
• Look after your oil so it lasts many batches. See how often to change frying oil.
• Order together with neighbours or family to reach free delivery in Dar es Salaam on orders above TZS 150,000.

What can you make in 10 minutes with a pack?

Quick ideas for busy evenings: a plate of chips with a fried egg and kachumbari; chips with sliced sausages and ketchup; masala chips tossed in a pan with tomato, garlic and chilli; or a chips chapati roll with avocado and pilipili. All of them start with fries cooked from frozen in about 3 minutes. More ideas in 10 easy meals with frozen fries.

How do you get the crispiest oven fries?

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C with the empty tray inside.
2. Line the hot tray with baking paper, or brush it lightly with oil.
3. Spread the frozen fries in one layer, with a little space between them.
4. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, turning once halfway.
5. Use the top half of the oven, where it is hottest.
6. Salt straight away and serve.

Crowded trays steam instead of crisp, so use two trays for a big family portion. The oven is ideal when you are cooking for many people at once.

In short

A 2 kg pack of Supa Fries makes about 13 side portions (150 g each) or 8 to 10 main-meal portions (200 to 250 g). Cook straight from frozen: about 3 minutes in a deep fryer at 175°C, 12 to 15 minutes in an air fryer at 200°C, or 18 to 22 minutes in an oven at 220°C. Unopened, the pack keeps for up to 12 months at −18°C.

• One 2 kg pack gives about 13 side portions or 8 to 10 main portions.
• Cook from frozen: deep fryer 175°C about 3 minutes, air fryer 200°C 12 to 15 minutes, oven 220°C 18 to 22 minutes.
• Unopened, the pack keeps up to 12 months at −18°C; reseal opened packs tightly.
• No preservatives, straight cut 10 to 12 mm, made from Tanzanian potatoes.
• Never refreeze fries that have thawed.

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