Description
These Crispy Cajun Fries are a flavorful twist on classic french fries, seasoned with Cajun spices and baked to perfection. They make a delicious side dish or snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, cut into thin fries
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the potatoes: Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, drain, and pat dry.
- Season the fries: In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- Bake: Spread the fries on the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, sprinkle cornstarch over dried potatoes before seasoning.
- Can also be made in an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 18-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
