Crispy Cajun Oven Baked Fries

Homemade natural cut fries, seasoned with a cajun spice blend and baked to a crisp perfection in the oven. They are so good and healthier than fast food fries!

📝 Ingredients

• 3 large russet potatoes
• 4 Tablespoons canola or olive oil (divided)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper ((can use less if desired))
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• dash of turmeric
• onion powder (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 475
2. 2Wash potatoes
3. 3Slice potatoes into strips.
4. 4Cover with hot water and let sit for 20 minutes.
5. 5Prepare the cajun blend by combining all spices in a bowl, set aside.
6. 6Drain potatoes and dry them off thoroughly.
7. 7Brush a baking pan with 3 tablespoons of oil and sprinkle pan with 1/3 of the cajun seasoning.
8. 8Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of oil and sprinkle lightly with seasoning.
9. 9Place the potatoes on the pan in a single layer.
10. 10Cover with foil and bake 5 minutes.
11. 11Remove foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
12. 12Flip potatoes and continue baking until crisp and golden, about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on them.
13. 13Remove from oven and sprinkle with the rest of the cajun seasoning.
14. 14Drain on paper towels.
15. 15Serve hot.