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Crunchy Sour Cream and Onion chips with a creamy and tangy seasoning blend

Sour Cream & Onion French Fries

Delicious homemade fries topped with a creamy sour cream and onion mixture, giving you that classic chip flavor in a comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fries
  • 2 to 3 large russet potatoes Choose based on desired serving size
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons oil Olive oil or avocado oil work well
  • 1 pinch fine salt and black pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons onion powder Adjust according to taste
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon dried chives or dried green onion
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayo Optional for extra smoothness
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon juice For tang, or splash of vinegar
  • 1 tiny pinch grated parmesan Optional for a chip dust vibe

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the potatoes into medium thickness fries.
  2. Rinse the fries in cold water to remove extra starch, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. Toss fries with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking
  1. Bake fries at 425°F until browned and crisp, flipping once, usually around 25 to 35 minutes depending on thickness.
  2. If using an air fryer, it makes the process easier and provides a crunchier edge.
Topping Assembly
  1. While the fries bake, stir together sour cream, mayo (if using), lemon juice, and dried chives.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning with onion powder and a pinch of salt if necessary.
  3. When fries come out hot, sprinkle more chives on top and spoon the sour cream mixture over them, or serve it on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding more onion powder or a pinch of sugar to enhance the taste. Homemade versions allow for customization in seasoning and salt levels.