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Copycat Five Guys Cajun Fries
Recreate Five Guys' legendary Cajun-seasoned fries at home with the perfect blend of spices and double-fried technique.
copycat · five-guys · fast-food · side
🕑Prep20 min
🍳Cook15 min
⏱Total35 min
🍽Serves4
⭐DifficultyMedium
Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Peanut oil for frying
Instructions
- 1.Soak the potatoes. Place the cut potato strips in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This is the key to achieving crispy fries.
- 2.Mix the Cajun seasoning. In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
- 3.First fry. Heat peanut oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 325°F. Drain and thoroughly pat dry the potato strips. Fry in batches for 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through but still pale. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4.Second fry. Increase the oil temperature to 375°F. Fry the potatoes again in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and extra crispy.
- 5.Season immediately. Transfer the hot fries to a large brown paper bag or bowl. Sprinkle generously with the Cajun seasoning and toss vigorously to coat every fry evenly.
- 6.Serve hot. Pile the fries high and serve immediately for the best Five Guys experience.
If you have ever ordered fries at Five Guys, you know the experience: a generous heap of perfectly seasoned Cajun fries spilling out of the bag, crispy on the outside and fluffy within. This copycat recipe captures that signature bold, spicy flavor that has made Five Guys fries a cult favorite across the country.
The Secret
The magic behind Five Guys Cajun Fries lies in two things: the double-fry method and peanut oil. Frying the potatoes twice — first at a lower temperature to cook them through, then at a higher temperature to crisp them up — creates that perfect contrast of textures. Peanut oil adds a subtle nutty flavor that vegetable oil simply cannot replicate.
Pro Tips
- Use russet potatoes specifically — their high starch content creates the fluffiest interior.
- Keep the skin on for a more authentic Five Guys look and added texture.
- Toss the fries in a brown paper bag with the seasoning just like the real restaurant does — it distributes the spices evenly and absorbs excess oil.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper up or down depending on your heat preference.
