Description
Crispy Cajun-seasoned fries loaded with creamy cheddar cheese sauce, drizzled with a tangy spicy voodoo sauce, and topped with fresh flavorful toppings for a bold Louisiana-inspired snack.
Ingredients
- 500g frozen or fresh-cut fries (thick-cut or crinkle-cut preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (if baking fresh fries)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp butter or plant-based butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 200ml milk
- 100g shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp Cajun seasoning (for cheese sauce)
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
- 4 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder (for voodoo sauce)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- Sliced jalapenos
- Diced red onions
- Chopped scallions
- Fresh chopped parsley or coriander
- Crumbled cheese or dairy-free cheese
- Sliced olives
- Optional: sautéed mushrooms, grilled chicken, or spiced chickpeas
Instructions
1. If using fresh potatoes, cut into thick fries and soak in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain, pat dry, and toss with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
2. Bake at 220°C for 25–30 minutes or air fry until golden and crispy. If using frozen fries, bake according to package instructions and toss with extra Cajun seasoning after cooking.
3. To make the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
4. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened, then add cheddar cheese, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, vinegar, and sugar until smooth to make the voodoo sauce.
6. Place the hot fries on a serving tray or plate.
7. Drizzle generously with the warm cheese sauce.
8. Add toppings such as jalapenos, onions, scallions, parsley, olives, or other desired toppings.
9. Finish by drizzling the voodoo sauce over the loaded fries and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
For extra crispiness, cook fries in an air fryer.
Adjust the hot sauce in the voodoo sauce depending on your heat preference.
You can substitute plant-based milk and cheese to make this recipe dairy-free.
Great additions include grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms, or spicy chickpeas for a heartier dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg