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Cajun Voodoo Fries with Cheese Recipe

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Louisiana Voodoo Fries are a delicious and easy-to-make lunch dish featuring crispy French fries topped with hot brown gravy, melted mozzarella cheese, and seasoned with Cajun spices and garlic powder. Garnished with fresh green onions, this recipe brings a flavorful Southern twist to classic loaded fries.

Ingredients

Fries Base

  • 1 lb frozen French fries

Gravy & Toppings

  • 1 cup prepared brown gravy
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Cook Fries: Preheat your oven and spread the frozen French fries evenly on a baking sheet. Bake the fries for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through for even cooking.
  2. Heat Gravy: While the fries are baking, warm the brown gravy in a saucepan over medium heat until hot and simmering gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. Assemble Fries: Once the fries are done, transfer them to a serving bowl or plate. Pour the hot gravy evenly over the fries to coat them thoroughly.
  4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the gravy-covered fries so it begins to melt from the heat of the gravy and fries.
  5. Season and Garnish: Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and garlic powder evenly over the top. Finish with a garnish of fresh sliced green onions for a burst of color and flavor. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Louisiana Voodoo Fries.

Notes

  • You can use homemade brown gravy or store-bought for convenience.
  • For extra crispiness, bake fries on a wire rack over the baking sheet.
  • Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
  • To make it vegetarian, use vegetarian brown gravy.
  • Serve with ranch or hot sauce for additional flavor options.