fries

julienne

Cut into thin strips

• shoestringCord for footwear
• steak-cutThick meat portion
• wedgesTapered pieces for leverage
• waffle-cutLattice-shaped slice method

crinkle-cut · curly · matchstick · spiral · tornado · cottage

ketchup

Tomato-based condiment

• mayonnaiseEmulsified egg-oil spread
• vinegarAcidic cooking liquid
• aioliGarlic-infused emulsified sauce
• gravyThickened meat drippings

cheese · mustard · ranch · barbecue sauce · hot sauce · chipotle · garlic aioli · truffle oil

crispy

Brittle and snapping

• crunchCrushing, grinding noise
• goldenBright yellow, or precious
• brownedCooked until darker
• sizzleSound of frying

crunchy · soggy · limp · greasy · fluffy · mealy · soft · blanched

poutine

Gravy-soaked fries with curds

• animal styleResembling beast patterns
• smotheredDeprived of air
• toppedExceeded or crowned
• seasonedFlavored or battle-tested

currywurst · chippy · chips

McDonald's

Global fast food chain

• drive-thruVehicle-accessible service window
• comboItems grouped together
• supersizeIncrease dramatically in scale
• value mealBundled food at discount

Burger King · Wendy's · Five Guys · In-N-Out · Shake Shack · Chick-fil-A · ketchup packets · dipping sauce

salted

Treated with sodium chloride

• seasonedFlavored or battle-tested
• sodiumEleventh element, highly reactive
• saltyTasting of brine
• oversaltedContains excessive sodium

undersalted · sea salt · kosher salt · seasoning · flavorful · savory

side

Lateral portion of something

• appetizerLight dish preceding main
• finger foodUtensil-free small bites
• shareableAble to be divided
• gamedayScheduled competition date

movie night · munchies · bar food · pub grub · basket · portion · party food · concession

indulgence

Yielding to desire

• satisfactionState of fulfilled desires
• nostalgiaLonging for the past
• cravingPowerful urge to have
• guilty pleasureEnjoyment tinged with shame

late-night · homestyle · diner · greasy spoon · soul food · childhood · familiar · satisfying