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EASY Chimichurri Potato Fries

Chimichurri potato fries served on a plate and a serving board beneath.
Crispy chimichurri potato fries, done in 30 minutes! Imagine crunchy fries paired with bold chimichurri sauce. Irresistible!
Jem @ The Fruity Jem
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 3 servings

Ingredients

For the Fries

  • 2-3 large potatoes (1 pound, 450 grams)
  • 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon (smoked) paprika powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Chimichurri

  • ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley, fresh (8 grams) finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced or grated
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • a pinch of salt more to taste
  • ½ Tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Prep the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Leave the skins on and slice into 1/4-inch (0.75 cm) thick discs. Cut each disc into fries.
    2-3 large potatoes
  • Dry the Fries: Pat the fries dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture. This helps them crisp up in the oven.
  • Season the Fries: In a large mixing bowl, toss the fries with vegetable oil, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt until evenly coated.
    1 Tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon (smoked) paprika powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Bake the Fries: Arrange the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure the fries don’t touch each other. Bake for 20 minutes.
    Increase the heat to 425°F (210°C) and bake for another 10–12 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Make the Chimichurri Sauce: While the fries bake, combine all the ingredients for the chimichurri sauce in a small bowl. Stir until well mixed.
    1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, fresh, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper, a pinch of salt, 1/2 Tablespoon red wine vinegar, 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Serve: Once the fries are crispy, transfer them to a serving plate. Drizzle with the chimichurri sauce. Start with a light drizzle first, taste, and add more sauce if desired since the chimichurri sauce is quite strong. Another option is to just serve the chimichurri as a dipping sauce on the side.
    Enjoy while hot!

Notes

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