Cajun Spiced Fries Spicy Mayo (Print)

Crispy fries seasoned with Cajun spices served alongside a creamy, tangy, spicy mayo dip.

# What You Need:

→ Fries

01 - 4 large russet potatoes, peeled 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
09 - ½ tsp black pepper
10 - 1 tsp salt

→ Spicy Mayo

11 - ½ cup mayonnaise
12 - 1 tbsp hot sauce
13 - 1 tsp lemon juice
14 - ½ tsp garlic powder
15 - ¼ tsp smoked paprika
16 - Salt to taste

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place cut potatoes in cold water for 20-30 minutes. Drain and pat completely dry.
03 - Toss fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, black pepper, and salt until evenly coated.
04 - Arrange fries in single layer on baking sheet. Bake 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
05 - Combine mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in small bowl. Mix until smooth. Season to taste.
06 - Serve hot Cajun fries immediately with spicy mayo for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The spicy mayo creates the perfect cooling contrast to the bold Cajun heat
  • These oven-baked fries get shockingly crispy without deep frying
  • The spice blend hits every flavor note from smoky to zesty
02 -
  • Drying the potatoes thoroughly after soaking is the secret to getting them crispy instead of soggy
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or the fries will steam instead of roast
  • The spice mixture might look heavy but it coats perfectly once tossed with the oil
03 -
  • Cut your fries as uniformly as possible so they all finish cooking at the same time
  • Let the spicy mayo sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together

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