Description
Crispy Spicy Loaded Nacho Fries are the ultimate game-day comfort food, combining ultra-crispy fries, bold Tex-Mex spices, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. This homemade version delivers restaurant-quality flavor with customizable heat and irresistible crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch fries
- 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse potato fries in cold water to remove excess starch and pat completely dry.
- Heat oil in a large pot to 350°F and fry potatoes in batches until just tender.
- Remove fries and drain on paper towels.
- Increase oil temperature to 375°F and fry potatoes again until golden and crispy.
- Drain fries and immediately toss with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Spread seasoned fries on a serving platter or baking sheet.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over hot fries to melt.
- Add sour cream, jalapeño slices, guacamole, and salsa evenly over fries.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
For extra crispiness, do not overcrowd the fryer. Assemble toppings just before serving to avoid soggy fries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 424mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: crispy nacho fries, loaded nacho fries, spicy fries, game day snacks, tex mex fries