Five Guys Cajun Fries Copycat Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 Russet potatoes (large, unpeeled; ideally aged at room temperature for 1 week)
• Water (for soaking)
• Oil for frying (peanut oil is traditional for Five Guys)
• Cajun seasoning (to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Allow ordinary russet potatoes to sit out at room temperature for about a week before using. This reduces moisture and increases density for a crispier fry.

2. 2

   Slice the unpeeled potatoes into fries.

3. 3

   Soak the sliced potatoes in water to wash away excess starch.

4. 4

   Drain and thoroughly dry the potato slices.

5. 5

   Par-fry the potatoes in oil at a low temperature until they are cooked through but not browned.

6. 6

   Remove the fries from the oil and allow them to cool completely.

7. 7

   Fry the potatoes a second time at a higher temperature until they are light brown and crispy.

8. 8

   Remove from oil, drain, and immediately toss with Cajun seasoning to taste.

Notes

The author notes that Five Guys uses specific Idaho potatoes that are denser than standard russets. Aging grocery store russets for a week mimics this density. The double-fry method (low temp then high temp) is essential for the correct texture.

Nutrition per serving

• side dish
• copycat
• fries
• cajun
• fried
• snack
• vegetarian
• gluten-free