Chili Cheese Fries
Crispy golden fries loaded with seasoned ground beef chili and melted cheddar cheese. A classic comfort food that's perfect as a main or appetizer.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 1240
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ lb ground beef
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 to taste salt and black pepper
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Cut potatoes into 0.25-inch thick fries. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 2
Drain fries and pat completely dry with paper towels.
- 3
Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- 4
Add diced onion and garlic, cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in chili powder and cumin, toast for 1 minute.
- 6
Add tomato sauce, beef broth, beans, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer 15 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- 7
Heat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy pot using a thermometer.
- 8
Fry potatoes in batches 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
- 9
Transfer fries to a serving plate, top with chili, sprinkle cheddar cheese, and garnish with sour cream and chives.
Tools you’ll need
- vegetable peeler
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
- deep-fry thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- measuring spoons
- serving plate
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