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Homemade Taco Bell Nacho Fries recipe served with nacho cheese sauce

Taco Bell Nacho Fries recipe

Crispy, boldly seasoned fries paired with a smooth nacho cheese sauce — this Taco Bell Nacho Fries recipe delivers all the fast-food flavor with homemade comfort and quality.
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Course: Dinner,Snack, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Keyword: Easy Nacho fries recipe, Taco Bell Nacho fries ingredients, Taco bell nacho fries recipe air fryer, Taco Bell Nacho fries seasoning
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Soaking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 390kcal
Cost: $6

Equipment

  • 1 Deep fryer or large pot
  • 1 Oil thermometer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Paper towels
  • 1 Slotted spoon or spider strainer
  • 1 Saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Sharp knife or mandoline

Ingredients

Fries:

  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes About 4–5 medium potatoes
  • 2–3 cups Vegetable oil For frying
  • Ice water For soaking potatoes

Seasoning Blend:

  • 2 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust to taste

Cheese Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour Can sub with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk preferred
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese Shredded
  • 0.25 cup American cheese Shredded for smooth texture
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Pickled jalapeño juice Optional for extra flavor

Instructions

  • Wash, peel, and cut potatoes into ¼-inch strips. Soak in ice water for 30 minutes, then drain and pat completely dry.
  • Combine paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, sugar, cumin, and cayenne in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat oil to 325°F. Fry potatoes in small batches for 3–4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Increase oil to 375°F. Fry potatoes again until golden and crispy, 2–3 minutes. Season while hot.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then milk. Stir until thickened. Add cheese gradually and whisk until smooth. Add remaining seasonings and jalapeño juice.
  • Plate seasoned fries and serve immediately with warm cheese sauce on the side or drizzled on top.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 220g | Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 77g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 690mg | Potassium: 790mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 190mg | Iron: 1mg