Voodoo Cheese Fries (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Fries
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A dash of salt if your Cajun blend isn't salty enough
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A bit of black pepper, ground (about 1/4 teaspoon)
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 tablespoons olive oil, just if you're baking fresh potatoes
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About 1 pound (500 grams) frozen or freshly sliced thick or crinkle fries
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Cheese Sauce
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3.5 ounces (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
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A pinch of black pepper
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A pinch of salt
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup (200 milliliters) milk, dairy or plant-based
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1/4 teaspoon Cajun spice
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1 tablespoon butter (or plant-based swap)
→ Voodoo Sauce
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1 teaspoon sugar or a squeeze of honey
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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4 tablespoons mayo
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon vinegar or a shot of lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon hot sauce
→ Toppings (Optional)
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Grilled chicken, if you want
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Crumbled cheese or a dairy-free choice
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Chopped parsley or cilantro, fresh
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Sliced olives
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Sautéed mushrooms, if you feel like it
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Thinly sliced jalapenos, fresh or pickled
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Spiced chickpeas, totally optional
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Finely diced red onion
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Chopped scallions
# How to Make It:
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For frozen fries, cook them as it says on the bag, then sprinkle extra Cajun seasoning once they're done. If working with fresh potatoes, slice up, soak in cold water for about half an hour, drain, dry them well, toss in olive oil and your spices (Cajun blend, garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper), and roast at 425°F (220°C) about 25 minutes, maybe a little more, or air-fry till crisp and golden.
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Get a saucepan on medium heat and melt butter. Stir in flour till it looks smooth and let it cook for a minute or so. Slowly pour in your milk, whisking so it doesn't get lumpy, until it thickens up. Add in shredded cheese, a bit of Cajun seasoning, some salt and pepper. Keep stirring till smooth and cheesy, then keep it on warm.
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Pop mayo, ketchup, Dijon, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, vinegar or lemon juice, and sugar or honey in a bowl. Whisk until creamy and blended. Try it out, then tweak for more zing or kick if you want.
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Pile the hot fries up on your plate. Generously spoon over the cheese sauce. Scatter toppings like jalapenos, red onion, scallions, and herbs. Splash a good bit of that voodoo sauce across the top. Dig in right away so everything stays crunchy and gooey.
# Additional Tips:
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To get your fries super crispy, don't forget to dry them really well before they hit the oven or fryer.