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Chef Easy Crispy Cajun Fries

Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside! These homemade Cajun Fries are packed with bold, delicious flavour using Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning.

With a light, crispy coating and perfectly seasoned finish, these fries are a delicious side dish for burgers, fried chicken or your favourite homemade meals. No additional herbs or spices needed!

Prep Time:

20 minutes

Cook Time:

Approximately 20–25 minutes

Servings:

2-3

Flavour Used:

Cajun Seasoning

Ingredients

    Potatoes

    • 1 lb (454 g) Idaho Russet potatoes (approximately 2 medium potatoes)
    • 1 litre water, for boiling
    • 1 tbsp white vinegar
    • 1 tsp salt, for boiling water

    Cajun Crispy Coating

    • 1 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning

    Final Cajun Seasoning

    • 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning

    For Frying

    • Vegetable or canola oil, enough for deep frying

    Chef Easy Tip

    No additional garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, green seasoning or other dry spices are needed. Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning provides the flavour for both the crispy coating and the finished fries, making it easy to prepare delicious, restaurant-style Cajun Fries at home.

    Chef Easy Cooking Tips

    • Choose Idaho Russet potatoes: Their high starch content and relatively low moisture help create a fluffy interior and crispy exterior.
    • Use vinegar when parboiling: Adding a little white vinegar to the boiling water helps the fries retain their shape while becoming tender.
    • Dry the potatoes thoroughly: Allow the parboiled fries to cool and release excess moisture before adding the cornstarch coating. This helps prevent a thick, uneven coating.
    • Use a light cornstarch coating: A thin layer of cornstarch helps develop a crispy exterior without making the fries heavy or excessively battered.
    • Freeze for extra crispiness: Freezing the coated fries for 2 hours helps firm them up before frying and can contribute to a crispier finish.
    • Fry twice for the best texture: The first fry at 325°F (163°C) helps set the exterior, while the second fry at 375°F (190°C) develops the golden colour and crispy texture.
    • Maintain the oil temperature: Allow the oil to return to the recommended temperature between batches. Avoid overcrowding the pot, as this can lower the oil temperature and result in greasy fries.
    • Season immediately after frying: Adding Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning while the fries are still hot helps the seasoning adhere evenly to the surface.
    • Serve immediately: Enjoy the fries while hot for the best crispy texture.

    Instructions

    1. Prepare the potatoes

      Peel the Idaho Russet potatoes and cut into evenly sized fries, approximately ¼ inch thick. Try to keep the pieces uniform so they cook at the same rate.

    2. Rinse the potatoes

      Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for approximately 10 minutes to remove some excess surface starch. Drain and rinse until the water runs mostly clear.

    3. Prepare the boiling water

      Add 1 litre water, 1 tbsp white vinegar and 1 tsp salt to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

    4. Parboil the potatoes

      Carefully add the potatoes to the boiling water and reduce to a gentle boil. Cook for approximately 6–8 minutes, or until the fries are slightly tender but still hold their shape. Avoid overcooking, as the potatoes may break apart when handled.

    5. Drain and cool

      Carefully remove the fries using a slotted spoon and arrange them in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking tray. Allow them to cool completely and dry on the surface.

    6. Prepare the Cajun coating

      In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning. Mix until evenly distributed.

    7. Coat the potatoes

      Once the potatoes are completely cool and dry, gently sprinkle the cornstarch and Cajun Seasoning mixture over them. Toss carefully to create a thin, even coating without breaking the potatoes. Shake off any excess powder.

    8. Freeze the fries

      Arrange the coated potatoes in a single layer on a baking tray, ensuring they are not touching. Place in the freezer for 2 hours, or until frozen and firm.

    9. Heat the oil for the first fry

      Pour vegetable or canola oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, filling it no more than halfway. Heat the oil to 325°F (163°C).

    10. First fry

      Working in small batches, carefully lower the frozen fries into the hot oil. Fry for approximately 2 minutes to begin setting the exterior without allowing the potatoes to develop much colour. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a wire rack. Allow the fries to rest for approximately 5 minutes.

    11. Heat the oil for the second fry

      Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Allow the oil to reach the correct temperature before adding the fries.

    12. Second fry

      Return the fries to the hot oil in small batches and fry for approximately 2–4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the fries and monitor the oil temperature to prevent burning.

    13. Drain the fries

      Remove the fries from the oil and transfer to a wire rack to drain briefly. Avoid leaving them on paper towels for an extended period, as trapped steam can soften the crispy exterior.

    14. Add the final Cajun seasoning

      While the fries are still hot, transfer them to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning. Toss immediately until the fries are evenly coated.

    15. Serve and enjoy

      Transfer the crispy Cajun fries to a serving plate or basket and serve immediately while hot and crunchy. Pair with ketchup, garlic mayonnaise or your favourite creamy dipping sauce.

    Ingredients

    Potatoes •1 lb (454 g) Idaho Russet potatoes (approximately 2 medium potatoes) •1 litre water, for boiling •1 tbsp white vinegar •1 tsp salt, for boiling water Cajun Crispy Coating •1 tbsp cornstarch •1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning Final Cajun Seasoning •1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning For Frying •Vegetable or canola oil, enough for deep frying

    Chef Easy Tip

    No additional garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, green seasoning or other dry spices are needed. Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning provides the flavour for both the crispy coating and the finished fries, making it easy to prepare delicious, restaurant-style Cajun Fries at home.

    Chef Easy Cooking Tips

    Choose Idaho Russet potatoes: Their high starch content and relatively low moisture help create a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. Use vinegar when parboiling: Adding a little white vinegar to the boiling water helps the fries retain their shape while becoming tender. Dry the potatoes thoroughly: Allow the parboiled fries to cool and release excess moisture before adding the cornstarch coating. This helps prevent a thick, uneven coating. Use a light cornstarch coating: A thin layer of cornstarch helps develop a crispy exterior without making the fries heavy or excessively battered. Freeze for extra crispiness: Freezing the coated fries for 2 hours helps firm them up before frying and can contribute to a crispier finish. Fry twice for the best texture: The first fry at 325°F (163°C) helps set the exterior, while the second fry at 375°F (190°C) develops the golden colour and crispy texture. Maintain the oil temperature: Allow the oil to return to the recommended temperature between batches. Avoid overcrowding the pot, as this can lower the oil temperature and result in greasy fries. Season immediately after frying: Adding Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning while the fries are still hot helps the seasoning adhere evenly to the surface. Serve immediately: Enjoy the fries while hot for the best crispy texture.

    Instructions

    1. Prepare the potatoes: Peel the Idaho Russet potatoes and cut into evenly sized fries, approximately ¼ inch thick. Try to keep the pieces uniform so they cook at the same rate. 2. Rinse the potatoes: Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for approximately 10 minutes to remove some excess surface starch. Drain and rinse until the water runs mostly clear. 3. Prepare the boiling water: Add 1 litre water, 1 tbsp white vinegar and 1 tsp salt to a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. 4. Parboil the potatoes: Carefully add the potatoes to the boiling water and reduce to a gentle boil. Cook for approximately 6–8 minutes, or until the fries are slightly tender but still hold their shape. Avoid overcooking, as the potatoes may break apart when handled. 5. Drain and cool: Carefully remove the fries using a slotted spoon and arrange them in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking tray. Allow them to cool completely and dry on the surface. 6. Prepare the Cajun coating: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning. Mix until evenly distributed. 7. Coat the potatoes: Once the potatoes are completely cool and dry, gently sprinkle the cornstarch and Cajun Seasoning mixture over them. Toss carefully to create a thin, even coating without breaking the potatoes. Shake off any excess powder. 8. Freeze the fries: Arrange the coated potatoes in a single layer on a baking tray, ensuring they are not touching. Place in the freezer for 2 hours, or until frozen and firm. 9. Heat the oil for the first fry: Pour vegetable or canola oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot, filling it no more than halfway. Heat the oil to 325°F (163°C). 10. First fry: Working in small batches, carefully lower the frozen fries into the hot oil. Fry for approximately 2 minutes to begin setting the exterior without allowing the potatoes to develop much colour. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a wire rack. Allow the fries to rest for approximately 5 minutes. 11. Heat the oil for the second fry: Increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Allow the oil to reach the correct temperature before adding the fries. 12. Second fry: Return the fries to the hot oil in small batches and fry for approximately 2–4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the fries and monitor the oil temperature to prevent burning. 13. Drain the fries: Remove the fries from the oil and transfer to a wire rack to drain briefly. Avoid leaving them on paper towels for an extended period, as trapped steam can soften the crispy exterior. 14. Add the final Cajun seasoning: While the fries are still hot, transfer them to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tsp Chef Easy Cajun Seasoning. Toss immediately until the fries are evenly coated. 15. Serve and enjoy: Transfer the crispy Cajun fries to a serving plate or basket and serve immediately while hot and crunchy. Pair with ketchup, garlic mayonnaise or your favourite creamy dipping sauce.
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