French Fry Bar (Southwestern Style) Recipe

Name: French Fry Bar (Southwestern Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Large Potatoes, Cut Into Wedges; 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil; Kosher Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper; 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1/4 teaspoons Maldon Salt, Plus More To Taste; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 3 Ripe Hass Avocados; 1/2 Lemon, Juiced; 1/2 Lime, Juiced; ⅓ cups Finely Chopped Red Onion; 3 Tablespoons Freshly Chopped Chives; 2 teaspoons Finely Chopped Jalapeno; Kosher Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper To Taste; 1 cup Raw Corn, Cut From The Cob; 1 cup Sour Cream; 1 cup Salsa; 1 cup Pico De Gallo; 1 cup Black Beans; Sliced Jalapenos; 4 cups Shredded Cheese

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This French Fry Bar (Southwestern Style) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as olive oil, sweet potatoes and garlic, minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1272 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers

Servings: persons

6 Large Potatoes, Cut Into Wedges
6 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Kosher Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
2 pounds Sweet Potatoes
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/4 teaspoons Maldon Salt, Plus More To Taste
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
3 Ripe Hass Avocados
1/2 Lemon, Juiced
1/2 Lime, Juiced
⅓ cups Finely Chopped Red Onion
3 Tablespoons Freshly Chopped Chives
2 teaspoons Finely Chopped Jalapeno
Kosher Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper To Taste
1 cup Raw Corn, Cut From The Cob
1 cup Sour Cream
1 cup Salsa
1 cup Pico De Gallo
1 cup Black Beans
Sliced Jalapenos
4 cups Shredded Cheese

1
For the wedge fries: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2
Place potato wedges, 3 tablespoons of olive oil and salt and pepper in a resealable bag and shake to combine.
3
Transfer potatoes a Silpat-lined baking sheet and evenly spread out the wedges.
4
Transfer to the oven and bake for 3035 minutes, flipping once, until evenly baked and golden brown.
5
(Note: After 10 minutes, slide the pan of sweet potato fries into the oven and let both fries bake together for the remaining 2030 minutes.)
6
Whisk remaining olive oil and chopped garlic in a large bowl.
7
Add mixture to the hot fries and toss to combine.
8
Taste and season with extra salt and pepper as needed, and toss to coat.
9
For the sweet potato fries: Rinse and dry the sweet potatoes.
10
Cut unpeeled potatoes lengthwise into slices 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick, and then cut each slice into batons about 1/4 inch (6 mm) wide and 3 inches (7.5 cm) long.
11
Place the potatoes on a baking sheet.
12
Drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and toss to coat.
13
Spread the potatoes out evenly.
14
Roast at 450 degrees F, stirring with a spatula halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and browned on the edges, 2025 minutes.
15
Season with salt and serve immediately.
16
For the guacamole: Cut avocados in half lengthwise.
17
Remove the pits and discard.
18
Remove the avocado from the skin and place the avocado flesh into a bowl.
19
Add lemon juice, lime juice, red onion, chives, jalapeno, salt and pepper.
20
Mash with a fork until half smooth and creamy.
21
Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired.
22
To assemble the french fry bar: Place additional toppings on the table along with the fries and guacamole.
23
Pick the potato of your choice, top with cheese, and melt.
24
Once cheese is melted, add desired toppings and enjoy responsibly, i.e.
25
try your best to limit consumption to less than 5 pounds of fries per person.
26
Note: Feel free to vary the toppings and go for a different theme for your french fry bar!

1272

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Large Potatoes, Cut Into Wedges, 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Kosher Salt And Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, 2 pounds Sweet Potatoes, and more.

Yes, French Fry Bar (Southwestern Style) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1272 kcal
Category
Snacks & Appetizers

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