How to make Copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries Recipe in an air fryer and in oven step by step. Try this homemade version of crispy and spicy Cajun seasoned fries.
I am so happy after making this copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries recipe which is incredibly near to the same taste. Extremely crispy, savory, umami, and perfectly spiced with homemade Cajun seasoning mix. Bake it in the oven or in the air fryer, it will amaze you with desired result.
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I am literally a big fan of oven fries and always try them at home by adding different variations.
My friend circle is obsessed with spicy Cajun style fries. So, I give it a try to make copycat and believe me it was finished in no time at home.
What are Five Guys Cajun Fries?
It’s a crispy oven-baked fries tossed with a spicy cajun seasoning blend. Extremely firm and crispy texture from outside and inside is full of mashed potatoes with soft and tender flavor.
You can easily make these cajun seasoned fries at home in an oven or in air fryer with minimal ingredients. Cajun seasoning is the taste twister in this recipe as it makes a perfect taste with crispy baked fries.
You know the best thing about this recipe is the handful of ingredients that you must have in your pantry. Even you can make cajun seasoning at home just by combining few spices and herbs.
The original recipe of these fries uses peanut oil that adds a nutty aroma to baked fries. Alternatively use any vegetable or olive oil. So, if you want to give it an authentic flavor then no skip to peanut oil.
Why This Recipe Works
- Super quick and easy to make with minimal ingredients.
- Easily tailor the size to make little and large cajun fries.
- Spice up as you want.
- Low in cholesterol and high in Vitamin C and B6.
- Best to serve as an appetizer, snack, or as a side dish with a quick dinner.
- Easy to prepare homemade version! best to enjoy fries time while watching TV.
Ingredients
Potatoes: To get the best result use potatoes that are low in moisture and high in starch. Russet potatoes are ideal for baking. Alternatively, use Yukon gold and Maris Piper.
Cajun Seasoning: It’s a blend of cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and white pepper. If you are using homemade then sprinkle salt and pepper accordingly. Most of the store bought version contain salt and pepper. So adjust the taste accordingly.
Peanut Oil: Real and authentic cajun fries 5 guys prepared with peanut oil. It can be skipped with olive oil which is healthy and best for vegan.
Salt and Pepper: Sprinkle salt and black pepper to enhance the taste.
How to Make Five Guys Cajun Fries
1. Properly wash, peel and cut the potato fries.
2. After cutting, wash the fries and dip into chilled water for 5 minutes.
3. Strain the water and spread fries on absorbent paper to make it dry.
Tip: To get the quick results, dry the fries under fan, air cooler or let it dry with atmosphere air at room temperature.
4. Now generously sprinkle the Cajun Seasoning Blend on dried fries.
5. Rub with hands to evenly mix with potatoes.
6. Add peanut oil in seasoned fries, and give it a good mix.
7. Set the fries randomly in a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
8. Preheat the oven at 375°F or 190°C.
9. Place the baking tray in oven and bake it for about 30 to 40 minutes.
10. As the fries get crispy, take it out and sprinkle cajun seasoning.
11. Serve with your favorite fries sauce.
Air Fryer Cajun Fries
Preheat the air fryer at 380 degrees F. Brush the peanut oil on fryer basket. Place the seasoned fries. Don't make it crowded. Arrange according to size of air fryer. Cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Check the fries after 15 minutes and reshuffle if it's require.
Take it out, season with cajun mix and serve!
[Caution]: Be remember the peanut oil has high smoke point.
Deep Fried Fries
It's easy to make deep fried version of these fries. Heat up oil in a wok and place the fries at high temperature. Stir continuously with gentle hand to get even brown color. As the fries turned to golden brown color. Take it out and place on absorbent paper to absorb excess oil.
Check these deep frying tips to make it crispy for long.
Tips & Variations
- To get the best result, cut the fries in uniform style. Boardwalk-style fries are best for 5 guys fries.
- To get the crispy oven fries, use convection oven as it really helpful to make crispy fries.
- Make sure to dry the potatoes before baking. Otherwise the moisture can make it soggy after baking.
- Never soak the potatoes in chilled water for long time.
- Use little oil for baking as too much can make it oily and messy in texture.
- Avoid over crowding the baking dish.
- Always bake in preheated oven.
- Use parchment paper or aluminum foil for baking otherwise the potatoes wwill stick to the pan of baking dish.
- Season the fries right after baking.
How To Store & Reheat
Store in Refrigerator: It's best to serve the hot and spicy fries right after baking. I am not in a favor ot store the baked or fried fries as it become soggy.
In case, you have leftover, then wrap in absorbent paper bag or simply use brown paper. It will help to absorb natural moisture of potatoes.
Place the paper bag in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
Reheat: Once you needed, then reheat on skillet at stove top or simple place in baking tray and bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Spray oil to make it crispy!
Serving Idea
Fries are the star of any dinning as everyone love to eat. You can serve solo with sauce. Or pair up as a side with main course.
If you are making burger, sandwich, baked pasta, oven baked chicken, or enjoy with baba ganoush, hummus or salad. I love to have with gluten free bbq sauce and in recipe photo served with garlic parmesan sauce.
Q & A
Yes, it's 100% vegan and gluten free! Not a keto friendly.
Potatoes with less moisture and high content of starch are ideal for baking. In America, Russet potatoes are ideal for baking that are easily available in stores. If you are in Uk, King Edward or Maris piper are best to use in place of russet. In Australia, try with Russet Burbank. It's widely grown in North America.
Yes, it's healthy as it prepare with less cholesterol peanut oil which is high in omega 6 fatty acids. Big source of manganese. Baked potatoes are also healthy. Eating in moderation is good!
Spicy! with umami flavor. It's crispy from outside and interior is full with the flavor of mashed potatoes. Cajun spices makes it so delicious!
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Five Guys Cajun Fries Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 Potatoes Russet are ideal
- 1.5 tablespoon Peanut oil alternative, olive oil, vegetable oil, canola oil
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Cajun Seasoning Blend
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoon cajun seasoning blend
- ½ teaspoon cayeene pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
Prepare Potatoes For Fries
- Properly wash, peel and cut the potato fries.
- After cutting, wash the fries and dip into chilled water for 5 minutes.
- Strain the water and spread fries on absorbent paper to make it dry.
- Now generously sprinkle the Cajun Seasoning Blend on dried fries.
- Rub with hands to evenly mix with potatoes.
- Add peanut oil in seasoned fries, and give it a good mix.
Oven Baked Fries
- Set the fries randomly in a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven at 375°F or 190°C.
- Place the baking tray in oven and bake it for about 30 to 40 minutes.
- As the fries get crispy, take it out and sprinkle cajun seasoning.
- Serve with sauce.
Air Fryer Cajun Seasoned Fries
- Preheat the air fryer at 380 degrees F. Brush the peanut oil on the fryer basket.
- Place the seasoned fries. Don't make it crowded. Arrange according to the size of air fryer.
- Cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Check the fries after 15 minutes and reshuffle if it's required.
- Take it out, season with cajun mix and serve!
Deep Fried Cajun Fries
- In heated oil, deep fry the seasoned fries until it turned to golden brown color.
Notes
- To get the best result, cut the fries in a uniform style. Boardwalk-style fries are best for 5 guys fries.
- To get the crispy oven fries, use a convection oven as it is really helpful to make crispy fries.
- Make sure to dry the potatoes before baking. Otherwise, the moisture can make it soggy after baking.
- Never soak the potatoes in chilled water for a long time.
- Use little oil for baking as too much can make it oily and messy in texture. Avoid over-crowding the baking dish.
- Always bake in preheated oven.
- Use parchment paper or aluminum foil for baking otherwise the potatoes will stick to the pan of the baking dish.
- Season the fries right after baking.
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Did you ever try cajun fries at home?
Here is the copycat recipe from Five guys that I love to have with homemade cajun seasoning.