Spicy Louisiana Voodoo Fries That Bring the Heat

Hi friends, it’s Jessica, here from EasyYummyRecipe.com. My family and I go nuts over these Louisiana voodoo fries. I’m excited to share the recipe with you. Let’s get cooking.

Servings
Serves about 4 as a snack or side.

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (more if you want heat)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the voodoo sauce

• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (like Louisiana style)
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Optional toppings

• Chopped green onion or parsley
• Shredded cheddar cheese

Step‑by‑step guide

1. Prep the potatoes
   Wash and peel if you like. Cut into fries about ¼‑inch thick. Try to keep size even so they cook the same.
2. Soak
   Place fries in cold water and let sit for 30 minutes. This removes surface starch for crispier fries.
3. Dry well
   Drain and pat fries dry with a clean towel. Moisture prevents crispness.
4. Season and coat
   Preheat oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Toss the potatoes with olive oil. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, then sprinkle over the fries and toss again.
5. Bake
   Spread fries in a single layer on a baking sheet with edges. Bake for 25–30 minutes. Flip halfway through so they brown evenly. Watch closely in final minutes to avoid burning.
6. Make the sauce
   While fries bake, whisk together mayo, ketchup, hot sauce, Worcestershire, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust for heat or tang.
7. Toss fries in sauce
   When fries are golden and crispy, remove from oven. Let cool for a minute. Drizzle or toss with voodoo sauce so each fry gets coated but not soggy.
8. Add toppings
   Sprinkle chopped green onion or parsley on top. Add shredded cheddar if you like. The cheese melts from the warm fries.

Pro Tips
• Use a rimmed baking sheet. Edges help air flow and even cooking.
• For extra crispiness, after first bake, move sheet to top rack under broiler 1–2 minutes. Watch closely.
• Feel free to air‑fry instead. Cook at 200 °C (390 °F) for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway.
• Make sauce ahead and chill. That gives the flavors time to blend.
• Double the sauce if you like extra coating. Keep undressed fries cool until ready.

Why this works
Soaking removes starch. Drying gives crunch. High heat browns fries without sogginess. The voodoo sauce adds tang and spice. It’s familiar yet exciting.

These fries are best hot out of the oven. They go well with cold beers or iced tea. Serve at game night or family dinner. People will ask for more.

Hope you enjoy this recipe from me, Jessica. Let me know how yours turn out.

Cheers and happy cooking at EasyYummyRecipe!