Loaded Kimchi Fries

"Kimchi and potato fries were made to be together."

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Loaded Kimchi Fries on a plate garnished with green onions
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6

Believe us when we say crispy french fries and tangy kimchi were made to be together. In this funky fry recipe, we pile up a plate of golden fries with warm, creamy cheese sauce, melty mozzarella, spicy sriracha, and crisp cabbage kimchi for a boldly flavored, texture-loaded experience in every bite.

"You will probably eat more than you should. But we won’t judge. Indulge away," said recipe creator Renu Dhar.

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (32-ounce) package frozen French fries

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil

  • 1 (8-ounce) container fresh small mozzarella cheese balls

  • 1/4 cup original cheese dip (such as Cheez Whiz)

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 3 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Sriracha chile sauce)

  • 1 cup napa cabbage kimchi, drained

  • scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) with racks in top third and lower third positions.

    Loaded Kimchi Fries ingredients in glass bowls on a counter

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  2. Toss together fries and oil in a large bowl until well coated. Spread fries in a single layer on prepared baking sheets. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown and crisp, about 35 minutes, stirring fries and rotating pans front to back and between top and bottom racks twice during bake time.

    French fries on a baking sheet

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  3. Consolidate fries onto one baking sheet, arranging them into an even layer. Top fries evenly with mozzarella balls. Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) in top third of oven until cheese is slightly melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

    French fries and mini mozzarella balls on a baking sheet

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  4. Meanwhile, place cheese dip in a small microwave-safe medium bowl, and microwave on HIGH until warm and melted, about 45 seconds, stirring after 30 seconds. Add mayonnaise to cheese dip; stir until combined.

    Mayonnaise and cheese dip mixture in a glass bowl with a spatula

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  5. Evenly drizzle cheese dip mixture and hot sauce over french fry mixture and top with kimchi and scallions.

    Loaded Kimchi Fries garnished with hot sauce and green onions on a baking sheet

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  6. Divide between plates and serve immediately.

    Loaded Kimchi Fries on a plate garnished with green onions

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

500 Calories
32g Fat
43g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 500
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g 40%
Saturated Fat 8g 42%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 1253mg 54%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 16%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 226mg 17%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 855mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.