Spicy Garlic Fries
Crunchy fries tossed with garlic butter and a kick of cayenne for a savory, smoky flavor. This American-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs potatoes, vegetable oil, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, cut into 1/4-inch fries potatoes
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp, melted butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 lbs potato fries with 3 tbsp oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through. Remove from oven and drizzle with 2 tbsp melted butter. Toss to coat evenly.
- Step 3: Return to oven for 5 minutes to melt butter and enhance flavor. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of additional cayenne.
