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Epic Loaded Dirty Fries

This recipe is an ultimate shortcut to satisfaction with crispy fries topped with a rich, cheesy sauce and fresh toppings.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker for cooking crispy fries and cheese sauce

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 400 g Oven fries the base that gets crispy and golden
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning for that spicy kick
  • 2-3 sprays Cooking oil just enough to lightly crisp the fries
  • 1 Red bell pepper diced, adds sweetness and color to the cheese sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter the start of your creamy roux
  • 3 tablespoons Plain flour thickens the sauce nice and smooth
  • 400 ml Milk creamy and rich to blend with the cheese
  • 80 g Grated cheddar melt together for ooey gooey cheesy bliss
  • 70 g Mozzarella melt together for ooey gooey cheesy bliss
  • 3 tablespoons Sliced jalapenos plus 2 tablespoons brine for that spicy, tangy punch
  • 2 Spring onions sliced
  • 1 Beef tomato diced, seeds removed
  • 4-5 Jalapeno slices diced
  • Handful Cilantro fresh toppings to jazz up the fries
  • 2-3 tablespoons Sour cream or Greek yoghurt mixed with 0.5 teaspoon garlic granules and half a lemon juiced for a zesty dollop

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven following the oven fries instructions. Spread the fries on a baking sheet. Spray with oil and toss with Cajun seasoning.
  • Bake fries in the oven until crispy and golden, following package instructions for timing.
  • Dice the red bell pepper and set it aside.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stir in plain flour to make a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking for about 5 minutes until thick and creamy.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheddar, mozzarella, red bell pepper, and jalapenos.
  • Ladle cheese sauce over fries and return to oven for about 5 minutes to melt.

Notes

Cool leftovers completely and store properly to enjoy crispy fries later. Adjust spice levels with jalapenos according to taste.