Description
Crispy spicy garlic and sesame fries emerge as a bold culinary adventure that combines zesty Asian-inspired flavors with classic comfort food. Korean-style seasonings elevate these golden fries, promising an irresistible crunch you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) frozen fries
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
Seasoning and Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons gochujang
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (sunflower, vegetable, rapeseed)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
Garnish and Mayonnaise Ingredients:
- 1 handful spring onion greens, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon 5-spice powder
- 2 teaspoons water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and spread frozen fries evenly on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded for optimal crispiness.
- Roast fries for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy with edges turning deep golden brown.
- While fries are cooking, toast white and black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- In a separate pan, heat neutral oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until it becomes aromatic and turns light golden, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk together gochujang, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and white pepper in a small bowl to create a vibrant, spicy glaze.
- Once fries are crisp, transfer to a large mixing bowl and immediately drizzle with the prepared spicy glaze, tossing gently to ensure even coating.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the glazed fries, adding a nutty crunch and visual appeal.
- Drizzle toasted sesame oil over the fries for an additional layer of rich, aromatic flavor.
- For the 5-spice mayonnaise, combine mayonnaise, toasted sesame oil, and 5-spice powder, whisking until smooth. Add water to achieve desired consistency.
- Garnish fries with finely sliced spring onion greens for a fresh, sharp finish.
- Serve immediately with the 5-spice mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of gochujang or swapping with sriracha for a different spice profile.
- Ensure fries are crispy by spreading them evenly on a baking sheet and not overcrowding for maximum crunchiness.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari instead of soy sauce and checking gochujang ingredients.
- Elevate the mayo by using vegan alternatives like aquafaba-based mayo for a plant-based friendly dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 545 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg