Popeyes Cajun Fries Recipe
If you love crispy, flavorful fries, you’ll love Popeyes Cajun Fries Recipe. These fries are packed with spicy, savory goodness.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes washed = 3 large
- Vegetable oil = For frying
- Smoked paprika = 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper = ¼-½ teaspoon
- Garlic powder = ¾ teaspoon
- Dried oregano = ½ teaspoon
- Salt = ¾ teaspoon or as needed
Instructions
- Slice the potatoes into ½ inch thick sticks.
- Use a French fry cutter for even thickness.
- Soak the potato sticks in iced water for 1 hour.
- If you have time, soak overnight for extra crispiness.
- Rinse the fries 2-3 times with cold water.
- Place them on paper towels and pat them dry.
- In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt.
- Set the seasoning mix aside.
- Heat oil in a large pan or deep fryer to 300ºF (150ºC).
- Add the potatoes to the oil using a slotted spoon.
- Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes each.
- Transfer the fries to paper towels to drain.
- Repeat with the rest of the potatoes.
- Increase the oil heat to 400ºF (200ºC).
- Fry each batch again until crispy and golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle the fries with Cajun seasoning immediately.
- Enjoy with spicy mayo, Wingstop Ranch, or ketchup!
Notes
Here are some tips to make the perfect Cajun fries at home:
- Cut the potatoes evenly: Make sure to slice the potatoes into even strips. This helps them cook evenly.
- Soak the fries: Soaking the cut potatoes in cold water helps remove excess starch. This makes the fries extra crispy.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: If you're frying the fries, don’t overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches to get them crispy.
- Use fresh oil: If frying, use clean, fresh oil for the best results.
- Toss fries in seasoning while hot: The seasoning sticks better when the fries are still hot.