Waffle Fries Recipes

COPYCAT CHICK-FIL-A WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Attach a deep-frying thermometer to the side of large heavy-bottomed pot or dutch oven, heat 2-inches of oil, over medium-high, to 320 degree F.
• Fill a large bowl with cold water. While oil heats, cut potatoes. Using a mandoline fitted with the "waffle" or "crinkle" attachment slice each potato 1/2 inch thick; rotating the potato 90 degrees after each slice to form the waffle pattern. Place slices in water as they're cut. Rinse potato slices with cold water to remove excess starch. Use paper towels dry potatoes thoroughly. Line two baking sheets with dry paper towels. Working in batches, fry potatoes until they are still pale in color and beginning to soften, about 5 minutes a batch, transfer fried potatoes to towel-lined baking sheets.
• Over high, heat oil up to 375 degree F Working in batches, Re-fry potatoes until they are crisp and golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to towel-lined baking sheets, season with salt. Serve hot.

WAFFLE FRY NACHOS

Steps:

• Bake fries according to package directions. Transfer to a 10-in. ovenproof skillet. Top with the bacon, onions, olives, tomatoes, salsa and cheeses. Return to the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream.

LOADED WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Arrange waffle fries in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. , Sprinkle with steak seasoning; toss to combine. Top with remaining ingredients. Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

THIN AND CRISPY WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Using a crinkle cutter or mandoline with a crinkle blade, carefully slice the potatoes 1/4 inch thick, rotating the potatoes 90 degrees between each cut. This will create the waffle appearance. Place the potatoes in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Cover and place in the fridge for 1 hour.
• Mix the seasoning salt, paprika, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne in a small bowl and set aside.
• Remove the potatoes from the fridge and drain. Transfer to a baking sheet and pat dry with paper towels.
• Heat a few inches of vegetable oil to 260 degrees F in a large heavy pot. Fry the potatoes in one batch for about 2 minutes, or until soft. They should not be brown at all at this point; you just want to start the cooking process. Remove and drain them on new, dry paper towels.
• Turn up the heat until the oil reaches 325 degrees F. Return the potatoes to the oil and fry until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes. Remove the fries from the oil and drain on fresh paper towels. Sprinkle with the seasoning mix, toss to coat and serve with ketchup or sour cream dip.

PARMESAN WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Heat oven according to package directions and cook until crisp.
• While fries bake, in a small bowl, combine dry seasonings and just enough oil to make a thin dressing (approximately 1-2 tbsp.).
• When fries are done, toss immediately with oil and herb mixture. Drain any excess oil and serve immediately.

AIR FRYER FROZEN WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Preheat air fryer to 400F / 200C.
• Place frozen waffle fries in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
• Air fry for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through.
• If you want them crispier, you can air fry for a couple more minutes, but keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
• Carefully remove from air fryer, season as desired, and serve.
• Put the Instant Pot Air Fryer Basket into the Instant Pot and add frozen waffle fries into the Air Fryer Basket (you will need to do this in batches).
• Lock the Air Fryer Lid, Select air fryer function, set to 400F / 200C for 15 minutes, and press start.
• Cook until about 7 minutes and check - this will give you and idea of how much more time is needed. Cook for about 4-6 minutes more and then check again. If not done then cook for a further few minutes.

TACO WAFFLE FRIES NACHOS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400, spread waffles fries on a large, greased cookie sheet. Make sure that fries is spread in one layer. Bake until golden and crispy.
• While fries is baking: Heat up oil in a medium cooking pan, over medium heat, and saute diced yellow onions until translucent. Add beef, breaking in up finely, and taco seasoning. Mix well and cook until beef is fully done.
• Once fries is cooked, transfer it to a smaller baking sheet, so it's in one thick layer. (It's okay for some to overlap here.)
• Drain all the juice from cooked beef and spread it evenly over fries. Spread cheeses over the top and bake for 5-7 minutes.
• Take out and spread diced tomatoes, avocado and green onion over the top and add sour cream if desired.
• Serve right away.

WAFFLE FRIES RECIPE (CHICK-FIL-A COPYCAT)

Steps:

• Set the fluted blade of your mandolin to cut the potatoes at about a quarter-inch or half-inch in thickness.
• Rotate the potato 90 degrees after each pass in order to achieve a cross-cut look. Meanwhile, soak the sliced potatoes into a large bowl of water.
• Fill a large pot or Dutch oven with about three inches of vegetable oil. Allow the oil to reach 320 degrees F before frying.
• Drain the potatoes and dry them completely with a paper towel then carefully add the potatoes into the hot oil in batches.
• Fry each batch for approximately 4 to 5 minutes before removing from the pot and letting them drain on a paper towel. This first fry ensures that the waffle fries are thoroughly cooked from the inside.
• Once your fries have gone through the first round of frying, increase the temperature of the oil to 375 degrees F.
• Repeat the process of frying the waffle fries in batches by returning them to the hotter oil for about 2 to 3 minutes. The fries should then have a perfect golden brown color.
• Remove the fries from the oil, then drain them on a stack of paper towels.
• Sprinkle the fries with sea salt, serve warm, and enjoy!

FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH WAFFLE FRIES

Steps:

• Whisk the buttermilk, hot sauce, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Transfer 3 tablespoons of the buttermilk mixture to a small bowl and whisk in the mayonnaise; set aside. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the remaining buttermilk mixture; toss to coat and set aside.
• Bake the waffle fries as the label directs. Meanwhile, combine the cake flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish. Heat 1/2 inch vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture and shake off the excess. Fry until golden and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a rack set over a baking sheet to drain.
• Season the waffle fries with pepper. Divide the buttermilk mayonnaise among the roll bottoms. Top with lettuce, the chicken, pickles and the roll tops; serve with the waffle fries.