Is French fries were invented by French?

Well, no, French fries were not invented by the French. It originated from Belgian.

Fried potatoes appeared in a 1680 record from the Belgian region of Namur, which described a dish known as "frites."

However, one theory suggested, French fries may have been named after French chef Honoré Julien, who popularised the dish in the 1800s.

Another theory suggested that they were named after French soldiers introduced to them by Belgians during World War I.

Fast forward to today, French fries is a popular food, served with ketchup, mayonnaise, or salt, and enjoyed by people worldwide.