Cajun Fries with Dipping Sauce

Transform your snack game with these bold and zesty Cajun Fries with Dipping Sauce, a flavorful treat that's crispy, golden, and impossible to resist. Hand-cut Russet potatoes are double-fried to achieve the perfect crunchy texture, then coated in a robust Cajun seasoning blend featuring paprika, cayenne, garlic, and herbs for a spicy kick. Paired with a creamy, tangy dipping sauce made with mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, this dynamic duo is perfect for parties, game-day celebrations, or a satisfying side dish. Ready in under an hour, these seasoned fries are a crowd-pleaser that will add a touch of Southern flair to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 Garlic clove (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the Russet potatoes, if desired, and cut them into thin strips, approximately 1/4-inch wide.

Step 2

Place the potato strips in a large bowl of cold water and let soak for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the Cajun seasoning.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Fry the potato strips in small batches for 3-4 minutes, or until they are just starting to turn golden but not fully cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 6

Once all the potatoes have been par-fried, increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 7

Fry the potatoes a second time in small batches for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on fresh paper towels.

Step 8

While the fries are still hot, toss them with the prepared Cajun seasoning in a large bowl until evenly coated.

Step 9

To make the dipping sauce, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Serve the hot Cajun fries immediately with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2282.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9272.2

Total Fat 923.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.6g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 4234.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 36.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.1mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 6960.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.9%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 12.6%