Taco Bell Nacho Fries
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4.9
Taco Bell Nacho Fries
Description
This recipe reproduces the signature Taco Bell Nacho Fries experience by seasoning frozen crispy fries with a specially blended mix of spices including paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. The fries are deep-fried until golden and then coated with the flavorful dry seasoning blend for a balanced, savory taste.
The nacho cheese sauce is prepared by gently melting American cheese with butter, whole milk, and jalapeño sauce, yielding a smooth, creamy dip with a subtle heat from the jalapeño. This combination provides contrast to the crisp texture of the fries and amplifies their flavor.
The fries and cheese sauce are served separately to maintain crispness, allowing for dipping or drizzling as desired. This snack works well for individual servings and casual sharing occasions, complementing the salty and spicy notes of the fries with creamy heat.
Ingredients
Taco Bell Nacho Cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter salted
- 1/2 cup milk whole
- 8 ounces American cheese
- 1 tablespoon Jalapeño Sauce or juice from a jar of jalapeno slices for nachos, Tobasco brand
French Fry Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder like McCormick's
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder do not use garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder do not use onion salt
French Fries
- 1 pound frozen fries Ore-Ida Extra Crispy
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Seasoning blend instructions
- If you have a spice grinder or a mini food processor, process spices to grind them more finely, if not, skip this step. Store spice blend in a salt shaker or another shaker. You will have some left over, you can use this for tacos, or another batch of fries.
Taco Bell Nacho Cheese Sauce
- Combine all ingredients in a small pot, heat on low until the cheese melts, stir to combine.
French Fries Instructions
- Fill a large pot with enough vegetable oil to fill the pot 4 inches deep. Heat the oil to 350 degrees.
- Cook the fries for 6 to 8 minutes or until crispy. Remove fries from the oil and place on a wire rack that is resting on a baking sheet, and sprinkle liberally with the seasoning blend.
How to assemble and serve
- Place some of the fries onto an individual serving plate, and then serve with a small bowl of cheese sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 688 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 688kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 53g | 82% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 2715mg | 113% |
| Potassium | 707mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2545IU | 51% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 651mg | 65% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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