Cajun Spiced Fries Spicy Mayo (Print)

Crispy oven-baked fries with bold Cajun spices and a creamy, tangy, spicy mayo dip for flavorful snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 large russet potatoes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cajun Spice Mix

03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Spicy Mayo

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon hot sauce
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut into 1/4-inch thick fries.
03 - Place the fries in a large bowl of cold water. Soak for 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean towel.
04 - Toss the fries with olive oil in a large bowl.
05 - In a small bowl, mix together all the Cajun spices. Sprinkle the spice mix over the fries and toss until evenly coated.
06 - Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
07 - Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the fries and bake for another 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
08 - While the fries are baking, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
09 - Serve the hot Cajun fries with spicy mayo on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Theyre deceptively simple but taste like something from a pub that takes fry cooking way too seriously
  • The spice blend keeps for weeks in your pantry, making impromptu fry sessions dangerously easy
  • You can control exactly how much heat goes into both the fries and the dipping sauce
02 -
  • Soggy fries usually happen from skipping the soaking step or not drying them thoroughly enough after
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed, limp potatoes instead of crispy ones
  • The spice blend can be made in bulk and stored in an airtight container for months of instant flavor
03 -
  • Sweet potatoes make a fantastic variation, just reduce the oven temperature to 400°F since their natural sugars burn faster
  • Leftover spice blend works beautifully on roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or even popcorn

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