Top Instagram-Worthy Loaded Fries Recipes from Around the Globe

Every day is a fries day. I have never met anyone who claims not to like fries. Since childhood, I have dreamed of living on an island and eating fries all day. I did this for a couple of weeks as an adult, and the experience was outstanding.

If you are also a fan of fries or are tired of the same old classical loaded fries as a snack, then you are on the right path. Here is an instagram-worthy loaded fries recipe inspired by tastes around the globe. 

1. Italian Loaded Fries

Ingredients 

• 1fl.oz  Olive oil                    
• sliced 28oz cremini mushrooms,             
• sliced 28 oz zucchini, halved lengthwise,         
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced                
• 2 tbsp salt                        
• 1 tbsp pepper, black                
• 5 lb. gold straight cut fries, skin on 5 lb.
• 30 fl. oz roasted tomato sauce, warmed    
• 5 oz parmesan cheese, shaved        
• 10 tbsp basil, fresh, sliced                

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 
2. Add mushrooms and zucchini and sauté until vegetables are cooked but still firm. 
3. Stir in the garlic and season with salt and pepper. 
4. Keep warm and set aside for service.
5. For each serving, season with salt. 
6. Place on a warmed service plate. Top with 3 fl. oz. warmed tomato sauce and 4 oz. sautéed vegetables. 
7. Garnish with 1/2 oz. Parmesan and 1 tbsp. Fresh basil. Serve.

2. Mexican Twist Loaded Fries

Ingredients

• 2-4 medium to large russet potatoes, cut into wedges, washed and dried    
• 2 tbs canola oil
• salt and pepper
• 1 tsp chipotle powder
• 1 avocado
• 1 lime
• cilantro for garnish
• queso fresco crumbled
• optional: pickled jalapeños

For the Pico

• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes diced
• 2 tbs red onions finely diced
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 tbs cilantro chopped
• salt and pepper to taste

Crema

• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 lime juiced
• 2 tbs cream

Method: 

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. 
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment and place the wedges in a single layer. (Make sure that the fries aren’t touching each other) 
3. Drizzle with oil and season to coat. 
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping for an additional 5 minutes. Cook until golden and crispy on the outside.
5. In the meantime, prepare the crema: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl or mason jar. Mix until smooth and just combined, then set aside.
6. To make the pico: combine all the ingredients in a bowl, tossing until just combined.
7. Add the avocado to a bowl with half a lime's juice to make fresh guac. Mash with a fork until the desired consistency is reached.
8. To assemble: Layer the fries on a platter or dish, scoop a generous amount of pico and guac into the centre, top with crumbled queso fresco, and drizzle with crema. 
9. Serve with lime wedge and extra cilantro, and pickled jalapeños.

3. Korean Style 

Ingredients: 

• 1 pkg. extra firm tofu
• 1.5 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, (grated)
• 1 small onion, (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 bag mccain seasoned fries
• 1/2 cup pepper Jack cheese

For The Sauce

• In a bowl, whisk the below ingredients together.
• 2 tbsp gochujang paste, or Sambal chile-garlic paste
• 2 tsp hoisin sauce, (you can substitute with soybean paste)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp gochugaru chili flakes optional

For The Spicy Mayo

• In a bowl, combine all the ingredients below until well blended.
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon gochujang
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

For The Toppings

• kimchi chopped
• cilantro
• fresh jalapeño
• sesame seeds
• scallions

Method:

Make Korean Tofu

1. Drain and press the tofu. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat, add oil and fry the ginger, garlic and onion, stirring, until soft and fragrant.
2. With your hands, crumble tofu into the pan. 
3. Add prepared sauce and let it cook, stirring the bottom of the pan occasionally.
4. While cooking, break the tofu into crumbles and stir until browned. Adjust the seasoning to taste. 
5. Transfer tofu to a bowl and reserve.

Build The Loaded Fries

1. Bake the McCain Seasoned Fries according to package directions. 
2. Once fries are done, remove them from the oven and change them from bake to broil.
3. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top of the fries. 
4. Broil on the middle rack for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. 
5. Remove from the oven immediately.
6. Layer prepared crumbled tofu, kimchi and drizzle with the dressing.
7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, scallions, cilantro and chopped jalapeño. 
8. Serve immediately.

4. Indian Tandoori Loaded Fries  

Ingredients

Chicken Marination

• 1 boneless chicken breast cut into cubes
• 1 cup greek yogurt I use stonyfield
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1/2 tablespoon green chili paste
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• juice of half a lemon/lime: If it's a small lime or lemon, use the whole thing's juice.
• 2 tablespoons tandoori masala optional - I use swad brand
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon kashmiri deggi mirch If you cannot get a hold of this, use 1/2 a teaspoon of red food coloring instead.

Sour Cream Raita

• 1 cup of sour cream. You can use a low-fat version if you would like.
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped mint
• 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (Optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
• salt to taste

Toppings

• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese/pepper jack optional
• 1/2 cup salsa con queso or nacho cheese I use tostitos
• 1/4 cup mozzarella
• chopped tomatoes
• chopped cilantro
• chopped jalapenos

French Fries

• 1 bag frozen french fries of your choice
• 1 teaspoon chat masala optional
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika optional

Method:

Chicken Marinade

1. Mix all of the ingredients and place in an airtight container, 
2. put it in the fridge and leave it overnight.

Cooking the Tandoori Chicken

1. After marinating the chicken overnight, remove it from the fridge and let it sit until it reaches room temperature. 
2. Place the chicken in a skillet or grill pan and cook until done. 
3. Chop up chicken into bite-sized pieces. 
4. Remove to a plate and tent with foil.

French Fries

1. Cook as per the instructions on the back of the bag.

Putting Together Loaded Tandoori Chicken Fries

1. Once the fries are cooked, place them in a deep bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of chaat masala, paprika,and salt to taste. 
2. Toss and place in an oven-safe skillet (I used my cast iron pan). Top with half the tandoori chicken, cheese, and the remaining chicken.
3. Place the skillet in the oven on broil and cook till the cheese is melted. 
4. Remove from the oven and top with tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos and the raita. Enjoy!

5. Taste of Mediterranean Street  

Ingredients

• curly fries or seasoned potato fries
• 1 ripe tomato, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 english cucumber, diced
• 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 oz. feta, crumbled
• 1 bunch of parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 4 tbsp. olive oil, divided
• juice of one lemon, plus extra for garnish
• salt and pepper to taste

Method 

1. Cook fries according to package directions. 
2. Meanwhile, pat the garbanzo beans dry with a paper towel. Pour them onto a sheet pan and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. 
3. Season with salt and pepper. 
4. In the last 10 minutes of baking the fries, add the garbanzo beans to the oven to roast.
5. Prepare the tahini dressing. 
6. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 3 tbsp. of olive, lemon juice, and tahini. Season with salt and pepper. 
7. Whisk until smooth.
8. Pour out cooked fries onto a serving platter. Top with chopped vegetables, roasted chickpeas, and crumbled feta. 
9. Drizzle with tahini and garnish with lemon slices.

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