What is the etymology and origin of french fries?

The term "french fries" is believed to have originated from the French expression "pommes de terre frites," which literally translates to "fried potatoes." The term "French fries" was first recorded in English in the 1850s, and may have been influenced by the Belgian pronunciation of the French term, which is similar to the English pronunciation of "fries." The term "French fried potatoes" was also used during this period, but eventually became shortened to simply "French fries."

Origin:

The exact origin of french fries is not known, but they are believed to have originated in Belgium in the 17th century. The people of the Meuse Valley in Belgium were frying small fish in oil, and when potatoes became abundant, they began frying them instead of fish. French fries quickly became popular throughout Europe and were eventually brought to the United States by Belgian immigrants in the late 18th century. They quickly became a popular snack food and are now enjoyed all over the world.