Jul 14 2026
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Big Mera Fries Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Spicy Hand-Cut Fries Topped With Queso Oaxaca, Pico De Gallo, Sour Cream, Salsa Verde, And Your Choice Of The Following: Chicken Tinga, Carne Asada

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Ingredients

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Fries

Method

Preparing the Fries

  1. 1

    Cut and Soak Potatoes

    Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into thick fries and soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Dry and Season Fries

    Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the fries with salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat Oil

    In a deep pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Fry the Potatoes

    Fry the potatoes in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 5

    Layer the Fries

    Place the hot fries on a serving platter.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Top the fries with melted Queso Oaxaca, pico de gallo, sour cream, salsa verde, and your choice of chicken tinga or carne asada.

  3. 7

    Serve Immediately

    Enjoy your Big Mera Fries while they are hot!

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