Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these loaded Dirty Fries. Crispy potato fries topped with a cheesy blend, colorful veggies, and a creamy, smoky sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Fries:
- 4 large russet potatoes (or frozen fries for convenience)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Fries: Cut the Potatoes: If using fresh potatoes, cut them into thin fries and soak them in cold water for 30 minutes (optional, but helps make them extra crispy). Season the Fries: Drain and pat the potatoes dry. Toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Bake or Air-Fry: Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the fries in a single layer on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Air Fryer Method: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double fry the potatoes.
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking, Air-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Dirty Fries, Loaded Fries, Comfort Food, Appetizer, Snack