Description
Crispy, golden Spiced French Fries emerge as a flavor explosion from classic potato slices seasoned with aromatic spices. Savory and irresistible, these fries invite you to experience a culinary journey that elevates simple potatoes into an extraordinary side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
Spice Blend:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat and heat the oven to a sizzling 425°F (220°C).
- Place potato fries in a spacious mixing bowl and generously drizzle with olive oil, ensuring each fry is glistening and evenly coated.
- Create a flavor-packed spice blend by whisking together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Sprinkle the aromatic spice mixture over the oil-coated fries, then thoroughly toss to distribute the seasonings uniformly across every potato strip.
- Carefully arrange the seasoned fries on the prepared baking sheet in a single, uncrowded layer to promote optimal crispiness and even browning.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, using tongs to flip the fries midway through cooking to ensure a golden, crisp exterior.
- Once the fries achieve a perfect golden-brown color and crispy texture, remove them from the oven and optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by your preferred dipping sauces for an irresistible side dish.
Notes
- Boost crispiness by soaking potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes before baking to remove excess starch, ensuring a crunchier exterior.
- Experiment with alternative spice blends like Cajun, Mediterranean, or ranch seasoning to create diverse flavor profiles matching different cuisines.
- Cut potatoes uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the baking process, preventing some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- Choose starchy potato varieties like Russet or Idaho for the best results, as they provide maximum crispiness and hold spices better than waxy potato types.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg