Get ready to fire up your taste buds with these irresistible Spicy Fries! Made from perfectly crisped russet potatoes, these double-fried delights are coated in a bold, flavorful spice blend featuring paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic, and onion powders for the ultimate kick. Soaking the potato sticks beforehand ensures a satisfying crunch, while the two-step frying process makes them golden and crispy every time. Perfect for serving as a snack, game-day appetizer, or a mouthwatering side dish, these fries are sure to become your go-to recipe for comfort food with a fiery twist. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, Spicy Fries deliver bold flavors with every bite.
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin sticks about 1/4 inch wide.
Soak the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
Drain and dry the potato sticks thoroughly using paper towels to ensure they are as dry as possible.
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
While the oil is heating, in a small bowl combine paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the spice blend.
Once the oil is hot, fry the potato sticks in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot, for about 3-4 minutes or until they start to get slightly golden.
Remove the fries from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C), then fry the potatoes again in small batches for another 2-3 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown.
Drain the twice-fried fries on fresh paper towels.
While the fries are still hot, sprinkle the spice blend generously over the fries. Toss them well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Serve the spicy fries immediately as a side dish or a snack.
Calories |
8794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 884.9 g | 1134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.5 g | 632% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 568.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2581 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.8 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 6963 mg | 148% | |
*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.