Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Louisiana with these delicious Voodoo Fries. Crispy fries seasoned with Cajun spices, topped with a creamy cheese sauce, and finished off with a zesty voodoo sauce, this recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 500g frozen or fresh-cut fries (thick-cut or crinkle-cut preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (if baking fresh fries)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt (if Cajun seasoning is low-sodium)
Cheese Sauce:
- 1 tbsp butter or plant-based butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 200ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 100g shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Voodoo Sauce:
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
Toppings (Optional but Recommended):
- Sliced jalapenos
- Diced red onions
- Chopped scallions
- Fresh chopped parsley or coriander
- Crumbled cheese or dairy-free cheese
- Sliced olives
Instructions
- Prepare the Fries: Cook the fries according to package instructions or cut fresh potatoes into fries, toss with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Bake or fry until crispy.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk. Stir in cheddar cheese, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Prepare the Voodoo Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, vinegar or lemon juice, and sugar or honey in a bowl.
- Assemble: Place fries on a serving plate, drizzle with cheese sauce, voodoo sauce, and desired toppings. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences, adding protein options like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
- Adjust the heat level of the voodoo sauce by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg