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Masala chips served on a blue plate placed on a wooden serving board, with a side of ketchup.
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Easy Baked Masala Fries

These Easy Masala Fries are delicious, crispy and, spicy! Baked fries are tossed in a tangy spice mix and then drizzled over with fresh lemon juice. You won't be able to stop at one bite, that's for sure!
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Pakistani/Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 333kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Tray

Ingredients

  • 250 grams frozen crinkle fries (baked according to package directions)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mango powder (amchur powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions

  • Place the baked fries into a mixing bowl.
  • Combine all the spices and mix well.
  • Sprinkle the spice mix over the fries and mix until the fries are evenly coated.
  • Add the lemon juice and toss the fries well.
  • Serve immediately!

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Notes

Ingredient Notes: 
  1. Fries: Use your favorite kind, whether it's straight-cut or even wedges. You can also make your chips from scratch, and then proceed with the written recipe.
  2. Chaat masala: This is a key ingredient for this recipe, so it cannot be skipped. It's available in most big grocery stores, Indian stores, and even online. 
  3. Red chilli powder: This is not the same as the American chilli powder which is made from a combination of different spices and is milder. Red chilli powder on the other hand is made of dried spicy red chillies which are crushed into a fine powder and is very hot. You can adjust the amount according to your taste, or even skip it altogether. 
  4. Dried mango powder: can be substituted with citric acid, lemon salt or even tamarind powder. 
  5. Black pepper: adds an extra kick and can be adjusted to suit your taste. 
  6. Lemon juice: Brings together all the flavors, but if you want super crispy fries you can skip it. 
Cooking Methods: 
  • Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer at 200 c and cook the chips for 10 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.
  • Deep fry: This recipe is originally made by deep-frying the chips, and you can cook the fries according to the frying instructions on the package. 
Storage and Reheating:
  • Storage: The fries can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. However, they are enjoyed best when fresh and hot.
  • Reheat: Bake on low heat in the oven for a few minutes until hot and crispy. 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 1198mg | Potassium: 550mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 77IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 2mg