Super Bowl Chili Cheese Fries (Printable)

Golden fries layered with savory spiced beef chili and melted cheddar-mozzarella cheese blend.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fries Base

01 - 3.3 lbs frozen or fresh potato fries
02 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Halal Chili

04 - 1.1 lbs halal ground beef
05 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
08 - 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
09 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
10 - 14 oz canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
11 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
12 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
15 - 1 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
17 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese Topping

18 - 9 oz shredded halal cheddar cheese
19 - 3.5 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
20 - 2 spring onions, sliced
21 - 2 tablespoons fresh coriander or parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss fries with vegetable oil and salt until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
02 - Bake fries for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and bell pepper, cook for 2 minutes.
04 - Add halal ground beef to the skillet, breaking up with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until completely browned.
05 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Coat meat and vegetables evenly with spices.
06 - Mix in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and kidney beans. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chili thickens. Adjust seasoning to taste.
07 - Transfer cooked fries to a large ovenproof dish. Top evenly with hot chili. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top.
08 - Return dish to oven and bake for 5-8 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Remove from oven. Garnish with spring onions and fresh herbs. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of crispy salty fries with rich spiced chili creates that perfect comforting bite
  • Everything comes together in just over an hour but tastes like you spent all day cooking
  • Its a crowd pleaser that works for game days parties or even a fun family dinner
02 -
  • Do not skip spreading the fries in a single layer or they will steam instead of crisp up
  • Let the chili simmer uncovered so it thickens properly, otherwise you will end up with soggy fries
  • Assemble everything just before melting the cheese because fries lose their crunch quickly under hot chili
03 -
  • Pat your fries completely dry before tossing with oil if you are using fresh potatoes
  • Use a mix of sharp and mild cheddar for the most complex cheesy flavor
  • Let the chili rest for at least 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together

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