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Once beloved by Britons, the chunky chip has been overtaken as the fried potato of choice, with French fries now favourite, according to new research.
A poll of 2,000 Brits conducted by French restaurant chain Côte Brasserie, saw French fries preferred by a resounding 62 per cent of the nation.
Crispier texture (58 percent), not as greasy (32 per cent), not going soggy like a traditional chip (24 per cent) and being able to get more on a plate (18 per cent) were among the main reasons for the change in chip choice by Brits.
When it came to sauces, ketchup remains the go-to condiment, with 50 per cent of those surveyed opting for red sauce.
In the battle for second spot, curry sauce (chosen by 31 per cent) staved off stiff competition from gravy (selected by 19 per cent).
Once beloved by Britons, the chunky chip has been overtaken as the fried potato of choice, with French fries now favourite, according to new research
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On average, Brits eat chips or fries three times a week, with four in ten (44 per cent) describing themselves as a connoisseur of fried potatoes.
Men were also more likely to be fanatical about fries (47 per cent) compared to women (41 per cent).
London (67 per cent), Leicester (52 per cent) and Birmingham (51 per cent) are the self-confessed chip connoisseurs of the UK.
Meanwhile, those in Norwich (26 per cent), Cambridge (25 per cent) and Plymouth (29 per cent) were found to be not as keen on fried spuds.
65 per cent of those polled claimed they would have chips with every meal if they could, while a third (35 per cent) admit they always order a side of chips when out for a meal.
Half (53 per cent) of Brits put their sauce on the side of the plate, while one in three (32 per cent) slather it all over the fries.
Steve Allen, Côte Brasserie's Executive chef, said: 'It's clear that Brits are big fans of chips whatever form they take.
'The crisp texture of frites pairs perfectly with a flavoursome sauce, which is often the star of the show. I'm not at all surprised about the popularity of curry sauce either.'
With such passion, it's no surprise that one in three (32 percent) have had a 'friendly' argument with family and friends about which is best – chips or
