Description
Spicy Cajun Fries bring Southern heat and flavor to classic potato wedges. Perfectly seasoned and crisped, these fries deliver a zesty kick you’ll crave with every golden, crunchy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Cooking Oil:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse potatoes and slice into uniform, slender strips ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Submerge potato strips in ice-cold water for half an hour, allowing excess starch to dissolve, which promotes crispier texture.
- Carefully drain water and meticulously pat fries completely dry using clean kitchen towels to eliminate moisture.
- Prepare two cooking methods: oven-baking and deep-frying for versatile preparation.
- For oven method, heat kitchen appliance to 425F (220C) and arrange parchment paper on baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Generously coat potato strips with premium olive oil, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Sprinkle Cajun spice blend thoroughly across fries, massaging seasoning into every crevice for maximum flavor infusion.
- Arrange fries in single layer without overcrowding, allowing adequate space for crisp development.
- Roast in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, rotating midway to guarantee uniform golden-brown coloration.
- Alternatively, for deep-frying, heat cooking oil to precise 350F (175C) in heavy-bottomed pan or specialized fryer.
- Fry potato strips in controlled batches, preventing temperature reduction, until achieving rich golden exterior.
- Transfer fried fries onto absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Immediately dust with additional Cajun spice mix while piping hot to enhance flavor profile.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Idaho for the crispiest, most golden exterior and fluffy interior.
- Cold water bath helps remove excess starch, ensuring crunchier fries with a perfect crisp texture.
- Pat fries completely dry before seasoning to prevent steaming and promote ultimate crispiness.
- Adjust Cajun spice blend intensity by reducing or increasing cayenne pepper for personal heat preference.
- Can be prepared in air fryer at 400F for 15-20 minutes or deep-fried for faster results.
- Use sweet potatoes for lower-carb version or gluten-free potato varieties for specific dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg