Garlic Fries

What’s better than french fries? Garlic Fries! With real garlic, melted butter, Parmesan, and parsley, these ultra-flavorful garlic fries are perfectly crispy, bold, and savory. A mouthwatering side or appetizer!

The Best Crispy Baked Garlic Fries!

Crispy, golden garlic fries are an irresistible snack. If you like potato wedges or fries, you will love this rich, garlicky twist on the classic. Perfect game-day food, perfect for a casual dinner, and perfect for a tantalizing appetizer. You can’t go wrong!

Best of all, this recipe is incredibly easy. With just a few simple steps, you can transform humble potatoes into crispy, flavorful little masterpieces. Slice ‘em, season ‘em, and pop ‘em into the oven. Drizzle your fries with garlic butter, and what do you get? A crazy-good batch of garlic fries that will have everyone begging for seconds.

These Homemade Garlic Fries Are…

• Bold and Savory: Garlic fries are salty and buttery and have plenty of robust garlic flavor. My mouth is watering just thinking about it!
• Versatile: These fries make a fantastic side dish for cheeseburgers, sandwiches, or grilled meats, but they can also stand alone as a satisfying snack or appetizer.
• Comforting: I’m all about comfort food, and there’s just something so comfy about biting into a perfectly cooked garlic fry. The warm, soft potato interior, crispy exterior, and garlic flavor are a great combination.
• Easy to Make: Making this recipe is simple and straightforward. You don’t need any special techniques or tools, and the prep is very minimal.

What You’ll Need

So what ingredients are used in this easy recipe? Glad you asked! Because not only are garlic fries delicious, they are also easy to make, without any processed foods. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Potatoes: I like large, Russet potatoes, but you can use any kind of potatoes.
• Olive Oil: Extra virgin is the most flavorful.
• Butter: Unsalted butter, melted.
• Garlic: Instead of garlic powder, we’ll be using fresh minced garlic.
• Parmesan: Some grated parmesan cheese really brings out the garlic and potato flavor, and adds some salty umami flavor.
• Parsley: This adds a little fresh, herbal note, and some pretty green color.
• Salt and Pepper: To taste.

How to Make Garlic Fries in the Oven

Baking garlic fries at home is simple, but the payoff is huge.

• Prep the Potatoes. To get started, first, preheat your oven to 400°F. Then wash, peel, and cut the potatoes into fries. Place them in a bowl of cold water, and let them soak for half an hour or up to one hour. Once they’re done soaking, drain the water and pat the fries dry with a clean kitchen towel.
• Season the Potatoes. Next, put the dried, uncooked fries in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss them gently but thoroughly so they’re evenly coated with seasoning.

• Bake! Arrange the seasoned potato strips in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they’re not too crowded – a little space helps them crisp up, but crowding makes them mushy. Bake for 30 – 35 minutes, flipping them once or twice during the cooking time.
• Make the Garlic Butter. Once the potatoes are almost done baking, heat the butter and garlic in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. The garlic needs to start browning, but do not let it burn or turn dark – take it off the heat as soon as it begins to change color.

• Finish the Dish. Take the crispy fries out of the oven, and drizzle them with the garlic butter. Sprinkle the parmesan over them, along with the parsley, and toss gently.
• Enjoy! Let the fries cool for a couple of minutes, and serve warm. 

Where Did Garlic Fries Come From?

So where did garlic fries originate? Most sources trace the invention of garlic fries back to Gordon Biersch, a brewery and restaurant chain founded by Dan Gordon and Dean Biersch in 1988. These delicious fries are believed to have been invented by Gordon and then introduced in the restaurants after he joined forces with Biersch. The dish took off and became a fan favorite after being sold to baseball fans, and they are still served as a concession item at many stadiums across the U.S. 

Helpful Tips

I hope you’ll try making your own garlic fries – once you taste them, you’ll want to make them every week! And these helpful tips will make the process that much easier. 

• Pre-Soak and Dry: It might be tempting to skip this step, but soaking the potatoes really does make a difference. Soaking helps remove excess starch from the potatoes, which means you get crispier fries. After soaking, make sure to thoroughly dry the potatoes with a clean kitchen towel so that the oil and seasonings will stick.
• High Heat: 400°F might seem a little hot, but using a relatively high heat helps ensure a tender, soft interior and golden-brown, crispy exterior. 
• Garlic Butter: Toss the cooked fries with the garlic infusion immediately after removing them from the oven or fryer. That way, the garlic butter will stick to the fries and dry on them as they cool, making the most of the flavor.
• Timing and Tossing: Be sure to keep a close eye on the fries during cooking to prevent them from burning, and don’t forget to flip or toss the fries halfway through the cooking time so that they cook evenly on all sides. 

What to Serve with Homemade Garlic Fries

These garlic parmesan fries are delicious on their own or served with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, aioli, or ranch dressing. You can also pair them with your favorite main courses, like these:

• Grilled Steak: Garlic fries are a great accompaniment to grilled meats like steak, pork chops, or grilled chicken. I especially love them with Grilled Flank Steak with Bleu Cheese Butter – this meal will blow you away!
• Sandwiches: From hearty burgers to a classic Reuben Sandwich, these crispy garlic parmesan fries are the perfect side! They add an irresistible contrast in texture and flavor.
• Seafood: The garlicky goodness of the fries pairs well with various fish and seafood dishes. Enjoy them alongside Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Tilapia for a fresh take on fish and chips.

Storing and Reheating

• Store leftover garlic fries in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat by baking at 350°F for about 5 minutes. Avoid microwaving to maintain crispiness.
• To freeze, spread the fries out on a tray, freeze until solid, then store in freezer bags for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen at 350°F until warm and crispy.

More Healthy Side Dishes

• Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Zucchini Fries
• Garlic Butter Mushrooms
• Grilled Corn on the Cob