Description
A refined take on a Southern classic, featuring crispy fries tossed in a spiced butter sauce with smoked paprika and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb thick-cut russet fries (freshly cut or high-quality frozen)
- Neutral oil for frying or roasting (canola or peanut)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt, adjusted to taste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic paste or 1 small clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp thinly sliced scallions (green parts)
- Flaky sea salt, to finish
Instructions
- If using fresh potatoes, cut into thick batons, soak in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry completely. If using frozen, thaw slightly and pat dry.
- Deep-fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes or roast at 425°F (220°C) for 25–35 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Melt room-temperature butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add garlic and toast until fragrant.
- Stir in smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire, salt, and cayenne. Whisk until smooth and thickened.
- Add hot, drained fries to the skillet and toss gently so each fry is coated with sauce.
- Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with parsley, scallions, and sea salt.
Notes
Serve immediately for optimal texture. Optional: garnish with microgreens or grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg