Description
Spicy, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible, these Louisiana Voodoo Fries are loaded with Cajun spices and topped with a zesty voodoo sauce. Perfect for a fun snack, appetizer, or side dish that brings a taste of New Orleans right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Fries
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- For the Voodoo Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Tabasco or your favorite)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fries:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cut potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, oregano, and onion powder until well-coated.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they don’t overlap.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Voodoo Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice.
- Stir well until smooth and creamy. Adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more hot sauce or cayenne.
- Refrigerate the sauce for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Assemble the Voodoo Fries:
- Once the fries are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a serving platter.
- Drizzle the voodoo sauce generously over the fries, or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately as a delicious appetizer, side dish, or snack. Enjoy the spicy, tangy goodness of Louisiana Voodoo Fries!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some crumbled bacon or grated cheese over the fries before serving.
- To make this dish spicier, feel free to add more hot sauce or cayenne pepper in the voodoo sauce.
- If you prefer to fry the fries, heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the potatoes until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels before tossing with the seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Louisiana, Cajun, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (about 1 cup of fries)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg