Cajun Spiced Fries Spicy Mayo (Printable)

Oven-baked fries tossed in Cajun spices, served alongside creamy spicy mayo for a flavorful kick.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries

01 - 4 large russet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into fries
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp onion powder
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - 1 tsp dried thyme
08 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
09 - ½ tsp black pepper
10 - 1 tsp salt

→ Spicy Mayo

11 - ½ cup mayonnaise
12 - 1 tbsp hot sauce (such as sriracha or Louisiana hot sauce)
13 - 1 tsp lemon juice
14 - ½ tsp garlic powder
15 - ¼ tsp smoked paprika
16 - Salt, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for 20-30 minutes for extra crispiness. Drain and pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
03 - In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
05 - While the fries bake, mix all spicy mayo ingredients in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning and heat to taste.
06 - Serve the hot Cajun fries with spicy mayo on the side for dipping.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The crispy exterior and fluffy interior create that perfect fry texture everyone craves
  • Mixing your own Cajun blend means you control exactly how much heat you get
  • That spicy mayo dip turns an ordinary snack into something you will crave weekly
02 -
  • Drying the potatoes thoroughly after soaking is the difference between crispy and soggy fries
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet will steam the fries instead of baking them crisp
  • The spicy mayo tastes even better after sitting for 30 minutes in the fridge
03 -
  • Cut your fries as uniformly as possible so they all finish cooking at the same time
  • Let the baking sheet heat up in the oven before adding the fries for extra bottom crispiness

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