Smokey Garlic Fries with Chipotle Drizzle

Elevate your snacking experience with our tantalizing Smokey Garlic Fries, where crispy russet potatoes are seasoned to perfection with a blend of aromatic spices and served alongside a creamy Chipotle Drizzle that packs a punch of smoky heat. These fries are not just a side dish; they’re a culinary adventure, taking your taste buds on a journey through layers of flavor and texture. Whether enjoyed as a satisfying snack or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these fries are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Preparation Time:

  • 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

  • 40 minutes

Total Time:

  • Approximately 55 minutes

Servings:

  • 4

Ingredients:

For the Smokey Garlic Fries:

  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese if not vegan)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • A sprinkle of pepper

For the Vegan Chipotle Aioli:

  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo
  • 1 chipotle pepper (from a can)
  • 1 tsp Chipotle sauce (from the can)
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • A sprinkle of salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Smokey Garlic Fries:
    • Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
    • Wash and dry the russet potatoes, then cut them into fries.
    • In a large bowl, toss the potato fries with olive oil until evenly coated.
    • In a separate bowl, mix together the nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese), garlic powder, paprika, salt, onion powder, dried parsley, and a sprinkle of pepper.
    • Sprinkle the spice mixture over the potato fries, ensuring they are well coated.
    • Arrange the seasoned potato fries on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
  2. Prepare the Vegan Chipotle Aioli:
    • In a blender or food processor, combine vegan mayo, chipotle pepper, chipotle sauce, unsweetened almond milk, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
    • Blend until all the ingredients are well combined and the aioli has a smooth consistency.
  3. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Once the fries are cooked to perfection, serve them hot alongside the creamy Chipotle Drizzle for dipping or drizzling.

Tips for Success:

  • For extra crispiness, soak the potato fries in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Adjust the level of heat in the Chipotle Drizzle by adding more or less chipotle pepper according to your preference.

Savor the Flavor:

  • Experience the irresistible allure of our Smokey Garlic Fries with Chipotle Drizzle, where every bite is a tantalizing symphony of smoky, spicy, and savory notes. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a solo indulgence, these fries are a true celebration of bold flavors and culinary creativity. So, fire up your oven, whip up a batch of these delectable fries, and get ready to savor the flavor sensation that awaits. Bon appétit! 

Smokey Garlic Fries with Chipotle Drizzle

Ingredients:

  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese if not vegan)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • A sprinkle of pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cut the russet potatoes into fries.
  2. Coat the potato fries with olive oil to ensure they are well covered.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese), garlic powder, paprika, salt, onion powder, dried parsley, and a sprinkle of pepper.
  4. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the potato fries, making sure they are evenly coated.
  5. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. Arrange the seasoned potato fries on a baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.

Vegan Chipotle Aioli:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo
  • 1 chipotle pepper (from a can)
  • 1 tsp Chipotle sauce (from the can)
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • A sprinkle of salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine vegan mayo, chipotle pepper, chipotle sauce, unsweetened almond milk, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  2. Blend until all the ingredients are well combined and the aioli has a smooth consistency.

Enjoy your garlic fries with vegan chipotle aioli!