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Vegan Nacho Fries

Thee Burger Dude
5 from 3 votes

Ingredients
  

Homemade Sazon

Nacho Fries

  • 2 pounds frozen fries for fresh potatoes, refer to instructions above

Fry Coating

  • 1/2 cup 60g cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
  • 1 Tbsp Sazon
  • 1 Tbsp Mushroom Seasoning (I used Imperial Taste Brand) or more Nooch
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Cheesy Fry Seasoning

Cashew Cream (optional)

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant milk

Nacho Cheese Sauce

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp Sodium Citrate optional for smoother cheese
  • 8 oz vegan cheese shreds
  • 1 Tbsp tapioca optional to thicken
  • 3-4 Tbsp Pickled Jalapeño Brine
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder or to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Unsweetened plant milk as needed

Instructions
 

Homemade Sazon

  • Add everything to a Spice Blender and blend to a fine dust! You will likely have some leftover, but that's not a bad thing, it's super good in so many dishes. Experiment, have fun with it!

Nacho Fries

  • Add everything for the Fry Seasoning to a Spice Blender and grind to a dust! Add to a seasoning shaker if possible, will make your life easier! You will likely have some leftover, but that's a good thing! It's super good on just about anything, I had it on some popcorn last night and it was chef's kiss!
  • Next, add everything for the fry coating except the cornstarch to a spice blender and grind those up too. Add to a large bowl along with the cornstarch and whisk to combine. Then dredge the fries in the coating, ensuring even coverage. Depending on the size of your bowl you may have to do it in batches.
  • Then, to a wide, high walled skillet or dutch oven, add some neutral high smoke point oil such as peanut, vegetable or canola, and heat up to 375 F / 180 C. Once up to temp, fry the fries in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Gently stir them around to make sure they don't stick, and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Once fried, take them out using a slotted spoon or spider, and gently shake off the excess oil. Then add them to a large bowl, toss and shake on the cheesy fry seasoning as you toss them. Coat them thoroughly! You can keep them warm in the oven on a wire rack lined sheet pan, set the oven to "Keep Warm" or on the lowest setting possible. Once all your fries are done, it's time to eat!

Cheese Sauce

  • If using the cashew cream, soak the raw cashews in boiling water for 15 minutes. Blend the drained cashews with the unsweetened plant milk in a high speed blender until smooth.
  • If using sodium citrate, add the 1/2 cup of water and the sodium citrate to a saucepan, bring to a boil, then add in the cashew cream (if using), vegan cheese shreds, tapioca starch (if using), and everything else. Whisk to combine.
  • Taste and adjust for seasoning, if sauce is too thick, add some more plant milk until it's at your desired consistency!
  • ENJOY!
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