Tasty oven steak fries with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Microwaving the potatoes first speeds up the process without giving up the oven crispiness.
These oven steak fries are wonderful. They are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and very flavorful thanks to the Cajun seasoning.
How to make oven steak fries
In this easy recipe for baked oven steak fries, I coat thick wedges of potatoes with spicy Cajun seasoning. I then liberally spray them with olive oil, and bake until crispy on the outside and wonderfully creamy on the inside.
Microwaving the potatoes first helps speed up the process without giving up the crispiness that only an oven can provide. Scroll down to the recipe card for the detailed instructions.
What are steak fries?
Steak fries are thick wedges of potatoes, fried or roasted until crispy. Steak fries are thicker than French fries. So to make sure they end up creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside, I like to partially cook them in the microwave before roasting them in the oven.
Not everyone likes steak fries, but I really do. They are more substantial than French fries, and particularly in this recipe, their seasoning is phenomenal.
Are these oven steak fries healthy?
It’s not a low carb recipe, so if you follow a low carb diet, this recipe is not appropriate for you (but these jicama fries are a good substitute). The problem with potatoes is that they are starchy and their starch gets absorbed quickly and raises blood sugar. So you should pay attention to how they affect you.
However, if you are healthy, not overweight, and can metabolize carbs properly, then I do believe that you can enjoy these oven steak fries in moderation. This recipe is made with whole-foods ingredients. And even white potatoes have some health benefits.
What to serve with oven steak fries?
I like to serve them with a main dish that I can bake in the same 450°F oven. So I often serve these oven steak fries with Cajun chicken, with baked catfish, or with bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin.
What about leftovers?
You can keep leftovers of these oven steak fries in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the microwave on 50% power. Like all potato recipes, they won’t be as good as when served fresh.
Oven Steak Fries
INGREDIENTS
Cajun Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
Fries:
- 1 large Russet potato, about 12 oz, unpeeled
- Olive oil spray
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a small bowl, whisk together the Cajun seasoning ingredients.
- Scrub the potato clean, then slice it into six thick wedges. First slice in half lengthwise, then slice each half into three long wedges. Dry the wedges with paper towels.
- Place the potato wedges on a microwave-safe plate and microwave them, uncovered, 5 minutes.
- Transfer the potatoes to a baking dish large enough to accommodate them in a single layer and sprayed with olive oil. Spray the potatoes with olive oil, then sprinkle them with the seasoning, coating them all over.
- Bake the potatoes for 10 minutes. Carefully turn each wedge to the other side, lightly spray again, and bake 10 more minutes, or until fork-tender.
