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.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin fries, about 1/4-inch thick.
Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the potatoes in batches until lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
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.
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.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes and beef broth. Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Arrange the fries on a large serving platter or individual plates. Spoon the chili evenly over the fries.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili. The heat from the chili will melt the cheese.
Garnish the chili fries with sliced scallions and dollops of sour cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chili fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 986.8 g | 1265% | |
| Saturated Fat | 189.1 g | 946% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 541.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 461 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 3811 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 336.3 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.2 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 149.2 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1087 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 30.4 mg | 169% | |
| Potassium | 9795 mg | 208% | |
*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.
