Copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries
A healthier spin on Five Guys classic cajun seasoned fries you can make in an air fryer or in the oven.
Servings: 3 Servings
Calories: 135kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large 12 oz Russet Potato, cut into 1/4" fries
- 1 Tbsp 16g Peanut Oil
- 1/2 Tbsp 6g Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Ground Thyme
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potato(es) before cutting into 1/4" strips. Pat dry with a paper towel and add to a large bowl with the peanut oil. Toss to evenly coat and place in an air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 15 minutes* at 400ºF until the fries begin to turn golden brown. (No need to shake.)
- Mix the remaining ingredients together in a small bowl while the potatoes cook.
- Transfer the potatoes back to the bowl and toss with 1/2 to 3/4 the spices. Return to the basket and air fry for an additional 4-6 minutes at 400ºF. Toss the finished fries in the remaining spices and a bit of parsley, if desired. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
*I used a 6.5qt Ninja Foodi for air frying. Different air fryers, especially larger/smaller air fryers, may require a slight modification to cook time.
Each serving of fries has 5 WW SmartPoints (blue).
For Oven Baked Five Guys Cajun Fries
Cut the potatoes and toss them in the peanut oil before adding 3/4 of the seasoning blend. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated before adding to a baking sheet. Bake at 450ºF for 25-35 minutes, flipping and stirring the fries about halfway through.Nutrition
Serving: 55grams | Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g