Description
Learn how to make the delicious Taco Bell Nacho Fries at home with this easy and flavorful recipe. Crispy seasoned fries paired with a rich and creamy nacho cheese sauce, this snack is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
For the fries:
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin fries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- vegetable oil for frying
For the nacho cheese sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or hot sauce (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Prepare the fries: Soak cut fries in cold water, then coat with seasonings.
- Fry the fries: Fry in oil until golden and crispy.
- Make the cheese sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk, cheese, and seasonings.
- Serve: Drizzle fries with cheese sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- For a shortcut, use frozen fries and season them after baking or frying.
- The cheese sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus soaking time)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Deep Frying, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion with cheese sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
