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Chili cheese fries

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Super flavorful chili cheese fries, loaded with a juicy bean-free chili and the most delicious cheddar sauce on top. 

Ingredients

Scale

    • 30 oz frozen French fries

    • 1 pound of ground beef

    • 1 onion 

    • 3 cloves of garlic 

    • 2 jalapeños

    • 1 red long chili

    • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

    • ½ cup water

    • 1 tablespoon salt

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 teaspoon oregano

    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 

    • 1 teaspoon mixed Mexican spices

Sauce:

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil /butter

    • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

    • 2 garlic cloves

    • 1 ½ cups evaporated milk

Garnish:

    • Fresh cilantro

    • Sour cream

    • Jalapeño and chili

Instructions

    1. Peel the onion and dice it finely. Peel the garlic cloves and smash them or mince them finely. Set aside. Chop the jalapeños and red chili too, and set them aside. 
    2. Fry the French fries in the air fryer, for this spray the basket with olive oil and spray the French fries with a bit more oil. Sprinkle a bit of salt. Fry according to the package instructions. Alternatively, you can fry them in the oven with the same instructions. 
    3. While the French fries are cooking add some olive oil to a big pan ad add the minced garlic and the onion. Fry until golden and fragrant (around 7 minutes) on medium heat. 
    4. Add the ground beef to the pan and add the spices and herbs to the mix alongside the salt. Cook until brown making sure to break any big lumps. 
    5. Add the tomato paste and fry it on medium heat, add some water to dissolve it and help spread all over the meat. Once cooked, set aside.
    6. In a pan add a bit more olive oil (or butter) and add the minced garlic for the sauce, sautee on low heat until golden and fragrant. 
    7. Add the evaporated milk and then the shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese has melted and an even texture has been achieved. It should be runny but a bit thick too. 
    8. Serve in a large tray or individual bowls as follows: 

    • A layer with the fried fries. 

    • A layer of the chili meat

    • A layer of the cheese sauce

    • Some chopped fresh cilantro

    • A dollop of sour cream 

    • Some jalapeño and red chili 

Notes

Usually, chili has beans in it, but since we are going to eat this on top of some fries I did this alternative version without the beans for a lighter but equally delicious dish. In case you want to add them, I recommend pinto beans or black beans (cooked) and adding them to the pan while the meat is cooking. 

This is best consumed right after being made, while the potatoes are hot and crunchy and the sauce Is hot and supper runny. 

This meal is perfect for game day, friend’s gatherings, or any kind of fun party where you want to bring something delicious and easy to cook and eat. 

Find it online: https://livelytable.com/chili-cheese-fries/