Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes or frozen fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). If using fresh potatoes, cut into fries and soak in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry thoroughly.
- Toss fries with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bake fries in a single layer on a sheet pan for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Alternatively, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes.
- While fries cook, sauté onions and bell peppers in a skillet with olive oil until soft and caramelized.
- Once fries are crispy, transfer to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella. Bake until cheese melts and bubbles.
- Top with sautéed vegetables, jalapeños, chili flakes, and oregano.
- Mix sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to make the sauce.
- Drizzle sauce over fries and garnish with parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use frozen fries to save prep time.
- Add barbecue sauce, buffalo sauce, or salsa for flavor variations.
- Top with olives, beans, or corn for Tex-Mex or Mediterranean versions.
- For extra indulgence, drizzle truffle oil and add grated Parmesan.
- Reheat leftovers in oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
