Homemade Cajun French Fries

These Homemade Cajun French Fries are warm, crispy, perfectly seasoned and easy to make at home. They're the perfect side dish for a barbeque day!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 153kcal

Author Jenny

Equipment

Dutch Oven

Ingredients

Cajun Seasoning

1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried Oregano
2 large russet potatoes

Sugar water

2 cups cold water
1/3 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Heat oil in Dutch oven or large pot until temperature reaches 350 degrees F.
Place cajun seasonings into small bowl and mix to combine.
Cut potatoes into desired thickness. Place water and sugar into a large bowl, mixing until dissolved. Transfer potatoes into water and soak for 30 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to dry, 5 minutes.
Carefully drop potatoes into oil and fry until golden, for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Right before serving, fry potatoes a second time for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Immediately sprinkle with pinches of Cajun seasoning. Serve immediately.

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