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Fiesta Fries

January 11, 2019 by [email protected]mLeftoftheMitten 2 Comments

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Tired of the same old tacos? Looking to give boring French fries a new life? Then try these fiesta fries for dinner or at your next party.

With the holidays behind us, I was ready to just relax on this Mitten Movie Night and make something super easy. These Fiesta Fries were on the table in less than 20 minutes and took ALL THE STUFF I LOVE IN TACOS and loads it on top of crispy french fries.

cup pouring taco sauce over the top of french fries loaded with ground beef and taco toppings.
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  • What TV show pairs well with loaded french fries and beer?
  • What beer pairs well with this meal?
  • Ingredients
  • How do you make crispy french fries in the air fryer?
  • How to make fiesta fries step-by-step
  • Tips & Variations
  • More loaded French fry recipes
  • Fiesta Fries

What TV show pairs well with loaded french fries and beer?

I am on the third episode of Escape At Dannemora. If you are into compelling dramas that are based on actual events, then this show is for you.

Patricia Arquette’s character is really one of the most complex I’ve seen in a long time. You want to hate her. You want to feel sorry for her. I can see why she’s up for awards for this role.

French fries on a pan and on a plate with ground beef and toppings over it on a plate with more toppings on plates surrounding it.

What beer pairs well with this meal?

The beer: Tiny Bomb American Pilsner from Wiseacre Brewing Co.

We purchased this while we were on our trip to Nashville in November. This beer was very similar to my favorite type of blonde ale, just slightly less sweet. Gave me a serious summertime vibe even in the middle of winter.

plates of Fiesta fries and cooked fries on a pan with plates of more toppings like tomatoes and green onions surrounding it.

Like most people, I’m sure either you asked for an Instant Pot or an Air Fryer for Christmas this year. I asked for the latter and have to admit I am so happy I did! For this recipe, I used the air fryer to make my fries nice and crispy.

Ingredients

These fully loaded taco French fries have-

  • Frozen French fries cooked in the oven or air fryer until crispy and golden brown
  • Ground beef with green chili enchilada sauce and Creole seasoning
  • Toppings like cheddar cheese, taco sauce, avocado ranch dressing, jalapenos, and tomato

How do you make crispy french fries in the air fryer?

According to my air fryer users guide, frozen french fries should be cooked at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

French fries being poured out of an air fryer basket onto a baking sheet.

I used this as a start but went 10 minutes at 400 degrees, taking out the basket and shaking, then cooking for another 10 minutes. They turned out perfect!

How to make fiesta fries step-by-step

Next, make the beef with green chili enchilada sauce for the topping on the fries.

ingredients for taco fries with ground beef french fries green onions taco sauce with ingredient text overlay.

Start by browning 1 pound of 80/20 beef with 1/4 cup of green onions. Save the green ends for garnish. 

Once the beef is cooked all the way through, add the green chili enchilada sauce and seasoning. Heat through.

For the toppings, I made avocado ranch dressing, cheese, tomatoes, the rest of the green onions, and jalapenos. I then drizzled it with taco sauce. It worked so well with the cooling effect of the ranch.

a hand sprinkling cheddar cheese over the top of fries topped with ground beef on a plate.

The nice thing about these fries is that they are PERFECT for parties, especially the Super Bowl coming up. Set everything up and let guests load them up as they like.

Tips & Variations

  • Build the fries on individual plates and let the diners add the toppings so that you don’t let the meat make the fries soggy if you make them all at once.
  • This can be made with ground chicken or turkey instead of ground beef.
  • Make your own green enchilada sauce using this recipe from Kevin Is Cooking.

More loaded French fry recipes

  • Air Fryer Loaded Waffle Fries
  • Chili Cheese Fries
  • Pesto Fries

And here you are…..

fiesta fries on a plate loaded with toppings like cheese and taco sauce with recipe name description overlaid.

From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!

 

French fries on a pan and on a plate with ground beef and toppings over it on a plate with more toppings on plates surrounding it.

Fiesta Fries

Fiesta fries have green chili enchilada beef, avocado ranch dressing, and spicy taco sauce piled on top of crispy french fries.
5 from 4 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy meals
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • air fryer if you want to use this to cook the French fries
  • medium sautee pan

Ingredients

  • 32 ounces frozen french fries cooked according to package directions or made to air fryer specifications
  • 1 pound ground hamburger (80/20 mix)
  • 2 green onion stalks chopped, half for ground beef and half for garnish
  • 10 ounces green chili enchilada sauce
  • 1 tablespoon creole seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup taco sauce
  • 1/2 cup avocado ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup jalapeno & tomato for topping

Instructions

  • Make the French fries according to package directions or make in the air fryer according to your models specifications and heating times.
    32 ounces frozen french fries
  • Brown 1 pound of 80/20 beef with 1/4 cup of green onions. Save the green ends for garnish.
    1 pound ground hamburger (80/20 mix), 2 green onion stalks
  • Once the beef is cooked all the way through, add the green chili enchilada sauce and Creole seasoning. Heat through.
    10 ounces green chili enchilada sauce, 1 tablespoon creole seasoning
  • Top with avocado ranch dressing, cheese, tomatoes, the rest of the green onions, and jalapenos. Drizzle with taco sauce. Enjoy!
    1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese, 1/2 cup taco sauce, 1/2 cup avocado ranch dressing, 1/4 cup jalapeno & tomato for topping

Notes

Tips for making this recipe:

  • When cooking the ground beef, depending on what fat percentage you use, you will want to drain the grease before adding the sauce and seasonings.
  • Don't make this all at once, build the loaded fries on a plate so that the fries don't get soggy.
  • Make the avocado ranch with this recipe here.
  • To store: Keep the French fries and ground beef separate in containers to refrigerate. Reheat and eat for up to 3 days.
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Originally published in January of 2019. Updated post in April of 2022 with resized photos, same great recipe. 

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Last Updated on April 29, 2022 by [email protected]

Filed Under: Mitten Meals, Pilsner and Lager Recipe Pairings Tagged With: american pilsner

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  1. Stef

    June 5, 2019 at 11:56 am

    Definitely making these! I love taco bells version never thought to make at home! Awesome ????

    Reply
    • [email protected]

      June 11, 2019 at 3:01 pm

      Thank you, Stef! Hope you enjoy them!

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