American fries are a popular side dish in the United States that consists of diced or sliced fried potatoes. There are several synonyms for this beloved snack, including home fries, cottage fries, country fries, and hash browns. Home fries are typically diced potato wedges fried until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Cottage fries are sliced potato rounds fried until browned and crispy. Country fries are similar to home fries but are often seasoned with herbs and spices. Hash browns are grated potatoes formed into patties and fried until crispy. All of these varieties are delicious and can be enjoyed with an array of dipping sauces.