What is the difference between loaded fries and regular fries?

Loaded fries are enhanced with extras like cheese, sauces, meats, or vegetables, making them more indulgent. In contrast, regular fries are usually served plain or with simple seasoning.

What do Louisiana fries have?

Louisiana fries feature bold Cajun spices, giving them a smoky, spicy flavor. Often, they also include cheese, ranch dressing, and green onions.

What are Louisiana Cajun fries?

These fries use a mix of traditional Louisiana-style Cajun spices—typically including paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and thyme.

What comes on loaded fries at Wingstop?

Wingstop's loaded fries usually feature cheese sauce, ranch dressing, and a flavorful Louisiana rub.

What’s on Wingstop Louisiana fries?

These fries come coated with a sweet-spicy Louisiana rub and sometimes include cheese and ranch.

Are Cajun fries spicy?

Yes, they are. Cajun fries get their heat from ingredients like cayenne pepper and paprika.

What does Cajun rub taste like?

Cajun rub offers a savory, smoky, and slightly spicy taste. It combines flavors from garlic, onion, paprika, and black pepper.

What’s in Louisiana rub?

Louisiana rub blends garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, cayenne, oregano, and other aromatic herbs and spices.

What is Louisiana-style flavor?

Louisiana-style flavor is bold and complex. It often combines smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet notes from Cajun and Creole spices.

Why are loaded fries popular?

Loaded fries are popular because they transform a simple side into a hearty, flavor-packed dish. Their rich toppings appeal to those craving something satisfying.

Spicy Louisiana-Style Loaded Fries

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Crispy Cajun-seasoned potato fries smothered in creamy cheddar cheese sauce and ranch dressing.

Author: Chef Rina
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Cuisine: American, Cajun

Ingredients

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4 Russet potatoes
2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup milk
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 1/2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning
Ranch dressing
Vegetable oil, for frying
Chopped chives (optional garnish)

Includes Louisiana-style Cajun seasoning

Instructions

Prep the Potatoes: Peel the russet potatoes and slice them into thick steak-style wedges. Place them in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 1 hour to remove excess starch.
Fry the Potatoes: Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Drain and thoroughly pat the potatoes dry with paper towels.
Cook Until Golden: Fry the wedges in batches until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Let them drain on a wire rack.
Make the Cheese Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook until bubbly, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Season the Fries: Toss the hot fries in a large bowl with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
Assemble: Layer the seasoned fries on a serving plate. Generously drizzle with cheese sauce and ranch dressing. Top with chopped chives if desired.

Finished dish with ranch and cheese

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after assembling. Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8 servings
Calories: 532kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 1054mg
Fat: 37g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 52mg

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