Chili Fries

Turn up the comfort food cravings with these irresistible homemade Chili Fries! This recipe combines golden, double-fried Russet potatoes that are perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside with a hearty, flavorful chili. Made with seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, and a rich tomato base, the chili is simmered to perfection and spooned generously over the fries. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, fresh scallions, and dollops of creamy sour cream, this dish is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game nights, casual dinners, or anytime you’re craving a loaded snack. Ready in just an hour, these Chili Fries serve as the perfect fusion of indulgent and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 sliced Scallions
• 0.5 cup Sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin fries, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 2

Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Fry the potatoes in batches until lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.

Step 5

Once all fries are pre-fried, increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the potatoes again until crispy and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain. Sprinkle with salt while still hot.

Step 6

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.

Step 7

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 9

Add the canned diced tomatoes and beef broth. Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes until thickened.

Step 10

Arrange the fries on a large serving platter or individual plates. Spoon the chili evenly over the fries.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili. The heat from the chili will melt the cheese.

Step 12

Garnish the chili fries with sliced scallions and dollops of sour cream.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chili fries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3656.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10406.8

Total Fat 986.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 189.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 541.1g
Cholesterol 460.6mg	0%
Sodium 3810.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 149.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1086.7mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 9795.1mg	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: 82.1%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 12.4%